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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…

News February 19
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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…

News February 18
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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.

News February 17
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Chicago’s United Center to start hemp THC beverage sales at events

The venue has a multiyear partnership with Chicago-based Rythm Inc. to sell hemp-derived THC beverages during concerts and…

News January 27
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Michigan cannabis industry fights massive tax hike in court

The Michigan Court of Claims heard arguments Tuesday over the constitutionality of a new 24% wholesale tax on…

News November 26
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Marijuana powerhouse Cookies risks ‘insolvency’ after judgment

A judge ordered Cookies to steer its main revenue streams to service a creditor's debt.

News November 20
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States abandon hemp THC regulations after federal ban

Following Congress's lead, states are moving away from hemp THC regulations and towards banning.

News November 19
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Marijuana MSOs settle $860 million lawsuit after failed boomtime acquisition

Vireo Growth Corp. will receive $1 million in cash and Pennsylvania real estate from Verano Holdings Corp., the…

News October 29
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Cannabis operator Ayr Wellness restructures to cut debt by 50%, focus on growth

Multistate cannabis operator Ayr Wellness is undergoing a restructuring that will cut its debt in half and streamline…

News October 13
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Lawsuit: Illinois suspected ‘systemic diversion’ at Curaleaf cultivation

A former director of compliance at Curaleaf claims company brass brushed off allegations of diversion in Illinois.

News September 30
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