With the passage of House Bill 642 and Senate Bill 542, recreational marijuana sales could begin as early as November.
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Illinois cannabis retailers sold record amount of product in 2025 – but made less money
Price compression is contributing to the decline in sales volume, with flower prices dropping from a high of $17.50 per gram to $5.72.
Shannon O’Brien’s quest to make Massachusetts a cannabis research hub
Massachusetts’ cannabis czar wants to cut the red tape plaguing an industry that has been overregulated from the beginning.
Cannabis jobs used to pay well. Now minimum wage is catching up.
With minimum wage rising in 22 states, cannabis operators must decide whether to raise their hourly pay along with it to remain competitive.
Chicago mayor vetoes hemp THC ban
The ordinance would have restricted the sale of hemp THC products to licensed cannabis dispensaries and liquor-licensed establishments.
Colorado cannabis sales drop in 2025 – again
Retailers sold just over $1.1 billion of cannabis products from January through October 2025 – well below the $1.4 billion sold in 2024.
Missouri cannabis sales hit record $1.5 billion in 2025
Missouri’s legal cannabis sales generated a record-breaking $255.57 million in sales tax revenue last year.
How Jamie Pearson transformed from cannabis skeptic to international CEO
She’s a recognized leader in the cannabis sector, known for her insights and ability to navigate the complexities of international markets.
Oregon mulls cannabis edibles THC potency cap as concerns spread
Senate Bill 1548 aims to address concerns over accidental consumption by children, as edibles often resemble treats like cookies and gummies.
Nevada cannabis sales drop 8.6% but education fund gets $96M boost
Industry experts say sales declined for several reasons, including price reductions and the strength of Nevada’s illegal cannabis market.
Cannabis MSO Curaleaf extends debt with record $500 million placement
The new notes, which carry an interest rate of 11.5%, will be used to refinance $475 million in existing senior secured notes.
Hawaii adult-use cannabis legalization is $1 billion opportunity
The state’s MMJ market generates about $5.3 million in monthly sales. Medical patients account for 25% of all cannabis consumers in the state.
