Articles tagged with "Chicago"
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Illinois Governor Candidates at Odds on Marijuana Use
The Associated Press - Published on March 12, 2018Read moreIllinois Democratic candidates for governor say it’s time for the state to legalize adult-use cannabis, while Republican candidates oppose the idea.
Illinois Appeals Adding ‘Pain’ as Medical Marijuana Qualifier
The Associated Press - Published on February 9, 2018Read moreThe appeal comes weeks after a Cook County judge ordered the state to add “intractable pain” to its list of qualifying medical conditions.
Illinois: Cook County Voters to See Marijuana on March Ballot
The Associated Press - Published on December 14, 2017Read moreCounty commissioners voted unanimously to put the advisory referendum on the ballot. It could help state lawmakers decide whether to push state legislation.
PBS Travel Host Urges Illinois to Legalize Cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on November 29, 2017Read more“Marijuana is here to stay,” travel guru Rick Steves said. States can either build more prisons to lock up drug users or “figure out a better solution.”
Fines for Cannabis in Illinois to Vary Widely Across the State
The Associated Press - Published on January 11, 2017Read moreWhat’s the fine for getting caught with cannabis? It depends on where you are.
Illinois Gov. Rauner Ignores MMJ Pleas, So Local Judge Takes Charge
Lisa Rough - Published on September 26, 2016Read moreWhen Gov. Rauner refused to add any new qualifying conditions, Cook County Judge Neil Cohen stepped in and ordered the changes.