Marijuana

Nicholas Hohns shows off a tray of strawberry-lemon CBD gummies at his Deutermann Farms kitchen in Clayton, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Allen G. Breed)

A $28B hemp THC industry is fighting to save itself from a looming federal ban

By Gene Johnson

October 3, 2026 at 5:15 p.m.

The ban “threatens to reduce retail revenues by $28.3 billion, displacing 225,000 jobs and reducing...

A pedestrian crosses East Ontario Street at North Fairbanks Court in Chicago in 2018. The building at left contains 620 N. Fairbanks Ct., where cannabis store Guaranteed Dispensary opened late in 2025. (Jośe M. Osorio/baiduhai)

Judge upholds permit for controversial cannabis shop in Streeterville

By Robert McCoppin

September 10, 2026 at 4:20 p.m.

A judge upheld Chicago's permit for a controversial cannabis store in Streeterville, despite new evidence...

A Chicago resident shows a marijuana plant growing outdoors at her home garden on Aug. 19, 2026. The resident, who has a medical cannabis card, is currently growing four plants in her backyard to cultivate for personal use. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Illinois regulators propose allowing licensed cannabis producers to grow outdoors

By Robert McCoppin

August 20, 2026 at 6:10 p.m.

In a major reversal, Illinois regulators have proposed letting cannabis companies grow cannabis outdoors.

On ‘Late Night,’ Jim Belushi talks about his cannabis farm and new show ‘Growing Belushi’

By Kristi Turnquist

August 14, 2020 at 3:07 p.m.

People in Oregon have likely already heard that Jim Belushi, the actor known for starring...

June was Colorado’s biggest marijuana sales month ever. July was likely bigger.

By Denver Post

August 14, 2020 at 3:07 p.m.

June marks the first month in Colorado history that recreational marijuana shops sold more than...

Just like the makers of any health products that are not regulated by the FDA, CBD product sellers are not allowed to make outrageous claims that so-and-so product will cure your health problem. Be on the lookout for language that might just be a scam.

All the answers to the most common CBD questions

By Fresh Toast

August 14, 2020 at 3:05 p.m.

Over the past couple of years, CBD products have exploded in popularity and access. They're...

Patients in New Jersey can now use cannabis telemedicine

By Fresh Toast

August 13, 2020 at 4:31 p.m.

Cannabis telemedicine allows physicians to supply medical cannabis prescriptions to patients through video chats. New...

Using CBD as a cooking ingredient became a food trend in 2019, with restaurants and bars adding CBD-infused and -topped items to their menus. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) it's illegal to sell food and beverages with CBD or THC at the federal level. In response, local and state governments began taking action. For example, New York City health officials announced a ban on businesses using CBD in food and drinks. Meanwhile, other states like Maine have passed laws to allow the use of CBD in food products. A California bill about legalizing CBD in foods, beverages and cosmetics is on hold until 2020 but could pave the way for other states to consider similar measures.

Portland CBD manufacturer sued for $2.2 million by Italian chocolate company

By Mike Rogoway

August 12, 2020 at 5:03 p.m.

Portland CBD manufacturer Sentia Wellness is facing a $2.2 million suit over allegations it backed...

What’s the difference between marijuana CBD and hemp CBD?

By Fresh Toast

August 12, 2020 at 5:02 p.m.

There is a lot of noise reverberating throughout the United States these days regarding cannabidiol...

Pregnant marijuana use linked to children with autism, study

By Brendan Bures

August 12, 2020 at 4:58 p.m.

Children whose mothers used cannabis during pregnancy have an increased risk of developing autism, a...

The proposed site of a cannabis dispensary, 12-14 W. Maple St., is seen July 13, 2020, near Mariano Park in Chicago's Near North neighborhood, close to the Gold Coast.

Gold Coast residents push back against proposed marijuana dispensary. ‘The sheer number of people will be too much.’

By Ally Marotti

August 12, 2020 at 2:27 p.m.

A group of Gold Coast residents remains opposed to a proposed marijuana dispensary near the...

An employee at Sunnyside dispensary in Lakeview counts out cash received for a sale on Dec. 30, 2019.

Illinois is one step closer to awarding 75 marijuana dispensary licenses after 3-month delay

By Ally Marotti

August 12, 2020 at 2:32 p.m.

The state has cleared one of the last hurdles keeping 75 marijuana dispensary licenses from...

In 1996, marijuana legislation took a major step forward thanks to California. The Golden State became the first in the union to legalize medical marijuana via the Compassionate Use Act.

Column: California colleges are going to pot

By Diane Bell

August 10, 2020 at 10:47 a.m.

Higher education is getting even higher. The legalization of marijuana for medicinal use in 33...