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.

A recent study found that CBN was more likely to cause a false positive for marijuana than other cannabinoids, such as CBD, CBC and CBG.

CBD might not cause you to fail a drug test, but CBN might

By Fresh Toast

May 14, 2020 at 4:01 p.m.

Although most Americans have not yet heard of CBN, some reports indicate the cannabis component...

I recommend a small dice (but you do you!) that's big enough to keep it chunky but still feel like a dip.

Cooking with CBD oil can help with anxiety, sleep issues, other conditions, proponents say

By Amy Drew Thompson

May 14, 2020 at 3:55 p.m.

Let's be blunt: Florida's marijuana business continues to grow. Pot proponents were attempting to get...

New York City has barred many employers from making job applicants get tested for marijuana use, under a law that took effect over the weekend.

Help wanted, no pot test required: New NYC law takes effect

By Associated Press

May 13, 2020 at 3:07 p.m.

New York City has barred many employers from making job applicants get tested for marijuana...

New coronavirus relief bill includes marijuana banking legislation

By Brendan Bures

May 13, 2020 at 2:57 p.m.

The House included marijuana business relief in the latest coronavirus aid bill, but advocates question...

How CBD can help you cope with social distancing guidelines

By Fresh Toast

May 13, 2020 at 2:55 p.m.

Social distancing guidelines have taken a toll on all of us, whether we're quarantining alone...

Why lighting up and COVID-19 don’t mix

By Associated Press

May 12, 2020 at 12:55 p.m.

As evidence continues to grow that people who smoke are at greater risk of dying...

San Francisco gives free marijuana and alcohol to homeless

By Brendan Bures

May 11, 2020 at 5:05 p.m.

A small subset of city-housed homeless have received alcohol, marijuana, and methadone to treat their...

Billy Horschel hits his tee shot on the 11th hole during the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament, Sunday, March 8, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Golfers embrace CBD, even as its gentility is questioned

By The New York Times

May 10, 2020 at 8:58 a.m.

Billy Horschel went six months without a top-eight finish last year before he found a...

5 Ways to create an in-home spa experience, including CBD

By Fresh Toast

May 8, 2020 at 5:16 p.m.

If there's an ideal time for a relaxing day spent in the spa, it's right...

CBD products are very popular but the industry is still changing. Here are the basics you should know before using CBD for the first time.

Taking CBD for the first time? Here are some quick basics

By Fresh Toast

May 8, 2020 at 5:15 p.m.

It's never too late to try CBD and experience for yourself the benefits that everyone...