Cannabis Research Institute opens in Chicago, looking to dig deep into marijuana
The institute, now in the Illinois Medical Center, is planned to eventually be a part of South Loop's Discovery Partners Institute.
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With marijuana at a new level of scrutiny, here’s what the research says
Pot brings lots of tax money into states like Illinois, but its societal impact continues to be examined at the state and federal levels.
Proposed dam removals on Fox River pit environmental groups against some residents
Issues such as safety, habitat, water quality and flooding are at the heart of the argument to remove the dams on the Fox.
Volunteers and delegates bring the grassroots and excitement to Democratic National Convention
While political big shots and protesters may draw the big headlines, this year's DNC sealing Kamala Harris as its presidential candidate depends on the thousands of volunteers and delegates who...
Quiz time: The changing face of Chicago since ’96, when DNC was last here
Who can recall headlines from 28 years ago — and the ones from today as well?
Chicago Survivors’ Storytellers Camp helps kids heal after violent loss
The camp, run by Chicago Survivors, a group that reaches out to crime victims after a homicide, offers therapy and support.
Chicago Bears to ask focus groups what they want in new stadium, but not where they want it
The Bears will not question focus group participants about where the stadium should be constructed.
Bickering in DuPage County reveals lack of oversight and loss of millions of tax dollars
County officials squabble over cannabis taxes that weren't collected and audits that were not done.
Illinois touts diversity in pot industry, but revenue for minorities shows little growth
Some new license holders, though, say that funding assistance is needed for them to allow businesses to open.
Chicago Bears’ stadium plan likely to retain support after new mayor takes over in Arlington Heights
Two potential top contenders for the job of next mayor of Arlington Heights are expected to continue support for a new Chicago Bears stadium if plans ensure the the project...