Illinois marijuana Archives

John SchroyerDecember 5, 2023

Teamsters and UFCW have both chalked up recent wins in the Midwest.

StaffOctober 31, 2023

9 – Number of dispensary licenses in Illinois that are majority owned by women When Illinois announced its social equity program, many observers expected it to the “gold standard” for diversity. But the state is still struggling to create opportunities for many, especially women. At the end of fiscal year 2023, which ended on Sept. […]

John SchroyerOctober 19, 2023

Licensees say additional state funds may not be enough to succeed.

StaffOctober 5, 2023

The Daily Hit is a recap of the top financial news stories for Oct. 5, 2023. On the Site Empire State Expands to More Cannabis Retail Applicants On Wednesday, the New York Office of Cannabis Management opened a 60-day window for cultivators, processors, distributors, microbusinesses, and retailers to apply for general licenses that would see […]

Adam JacksonOctober 5, 2023

While recreational sales surged, the state's medical market slumped.

John SchroyerSeptember 28, 2023

The unions show no signs of slowing recruitment efforts in the cannabis industry.

StaffAugust 22, 2023

Gen Z purchasing habits in Illinois make them a lucrative target.

John PletzAugust 16, 2023

The cannabis business faces unique forces, from national politics to local market dynamics.

John SchroyerAugust 4, 2023

Illinois marijuana dispensaries have set a new bar for the year after topping $140 million in sales for July, according to state figures. The only other time the Illinois cannabis market sold that much in a single month was December last year, when sales passed $143 million. But after that record-breaking month, sales toppled in […]

John SchroyerJuly 31, 2023

Report: As one of the largest cannabis markets in the U.S., Illinois still offers many opportunities for entrepreneurs.