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.

Both the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) identify marijuana as an <a href="https://americanaddictioncenters.org/marijuana-rehab/is-it-addictive">addictive drug</a>. Research shows marijuana users can develop problematic use patterns, or what's known as a marijuana use disorder, in severe cases after prolonged use. According to NIDA, an estimated 30% of marijuana users have some degree of <a href="https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/marijuana/marijuana-addictive">marijuana use disorder</a>.

Study suggests women are more sensitive to THC than men

By Fresh Toast

June 30, 2020 at 3:43 p.m.

A Canadian study found that gender influences how much of an effect THC has on...

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.

Can you smoke marijuana while taking antibiotics?

By Fresh Toast

June 30, 2020 at 3:40 p.m.

There is still much research to be done examining individual medications and how the use...

Gun control, marijuana decriminalization and the removal of a state holiday honoring Confederate generals are among the changes to Virginia's laws going into effect Wednesday.

Virginia laws are getting more liberal. Here are the changes going into effect Wednesday.

By Marie Albiges

July 1, 2020 at 11:19 a.m.

They ran on making Virginia safer and more equitable. Now, the bills that the Democrats...

Is marijuana the next recovery revolution for pro athletes?

By Brendan Bures

June 29, 2020 at 4:24 p.m.

According to science, cannabis provides significant benefits to athletes in both performance and recovery. Physically...

‘Sin taxes’ could help states in pandemic budget slump — at least a little bit

By Elaine S. Povich

June 29, 2020 at 4:23 p.m.

WASHINGTON - Gas tax revenue plummeted this spring, income taxes won't rebound anytime soon and...

Until 2025, the city will limit all delivery licenses to businesses that fall in line with social equity criteria.

Los Angeles resets marijuana program to combat racial inequality

By Brendan Bures

June 26, 2020 at 3:49 p.m.

The changes will finally address the city's stagnant social equity programs, but could lead legacy...

Waukegan could get marijuana craft grower in town if state also says yes

By Emily K. Coleman

June 24, 2020 at 4:46 p.m.

A long vacant warehouse in Waukegan could be the new home of a marijuana craft...

Six things to know before buying CBD for the first time

By Fresh Toast

June 23, 2020 at 3:16 p.m.

Have you been watching from the sidelines while everyone around you has been joining the...

L.A.’s ‘social equity’ program for cannabis licenses under scrutiny

By Adam Elmahrek

June 23, 2020 at 3:11 p.m.

A Los Angeles city program crafted to ensure that cannabis sales licenses go to people...

Laws legalizing recreational marijuana may lead to more traffic deaths, two new studies suggest, although questions remain about how they might influence driving habits.

Recreational pot laws may increase traffic deaths, studies say

By Associated Press

June 23, 2020 at 3:08 p.m.

Laws legalizing recreational marijuana may lead to more traffic deaths, two new studies suggest, although...