Frequent marijuana use could lead to health risks, new study finds
New research shows frequent use of marijuana could lead to reduced vascular function.
Cannabis edibles just as dangerous to heart health as smoking marijuana, study finds
In a new study, researchers at UC San Francisco determined that eating edible cannabis, such as gummies, has the same impact on cardiovascular risk as smoking marijuana.
Haribo recalls candy after cannabis found in gummies, family gets sick
Haribo has recalled bags of candy in the Netherlands after a family reported getting sick and sampling revealed cannabis in the gummies.
22 Chicago students ingest weed edibles at South Side elementary school, officials say
Nearly two dozen elementary school students on Chicago's South Side reportedly ingested weed edibles on Tuesday. Here's what we know.
Illinois woman arrested for giving THC candy to children in suburban park: police
A suburban woman was arrested after allegedly giving THC-infused chocolates to children in a Wheeling park.
Parents react as suburban police look for woman who gave THC candy to children
Police in Wheeling are investigating an incident that sent four children to the hospital after they ate chocolate believed to contain THC—a psychoactive compound found in cannabis.
Wheeling police searching for woman who allegedly gave THC edibles to children
Police in Wheeling are investigating an incident that sent four children to the hospital after they ate chocolate believed to contain THC—a psychoactive compound found in cannabis.
Molotov cocktails thrown into Chicago weed shops, police investigating
Two Chicago cannabis dispensaries were firebombed with Molotov cocktails. Here's what we know.
Illinois bill would remove cannabis odor as probable cause for police to search car
Illinois lawmakers are weighing a bill that would remove cannabis odor as the sole probable cause for police officers to search a car.
Chicago suburb approves ban on Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC edibles
A suburban city council has officially approved a ban on certain THC products.
Chicago suburb approves ban on Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC edibles
The Elgin City Council has officially approved a ban on certain THC products, a move that will remove Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC edibles from store shelves.
Illinois cannabis market sets new sales record in 2024, generates nearly $500M in tax revenue
Illinois’ legal cannabis industry continues to thrive, with sales surpassing $2 billion in 2024.
THC-infused wing sauce flying off shelves ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
There's a new buffalo sauce back by popular demand that sold out last year after it had a limited release. It's made by Chicago-based Good News Cannabis and is a THC-infused wing sauce.
Future of hemp in Illinois uncertain amid Delta-8 concerns
A controversial bill aimed at tightening restrictions on hemp products in Illinois failed to gain traction in the state legislature, leaving the future of the industry in limbo.
Illinois hemp regulation bill fails but debate persists amid Delta-8 concerns
A controversial bill aimed at tightening restrictions on hemp products in Illinois failed to gain traction in the state legislature, leaving the future of the industry in limbo.
Illinois expands medical cannabis program to include 4 new conditions
The Illinois Department of Public Health has expanded the list of conditions eligible for medical cannabis treatment.
FULL INTERVIEW: Johnson fires back at Pritzker’s criticism in 1-on-1 with Fox 32
A rift is growing between Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson after the mayor helped defeat a bill pushed by the governor that would have regulated hemp products like Delta 8 marijuana. Political reporter Paris Schutz went one-on-one with the mayor Tuesday.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson clashes with Gov. JB Pritzker over Delta 8 regulation
State lawmakers are considering putting major restrictions on so-called Delta 9 cannabis products.
Johnson battles Pritzker on Delta 8 ban
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is urging Gov. JB Pritzker and state lawmakers to pause legislation regulating hemp-derived Delta 8 cannabis as Democrats debated the bill for hours on Monday.
Delta 8 products targeted for ban at gas stations, head shops under proposed law
State lawmakers are considering putting major restrictions on so-called Delta 8 cannabis products.