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DEA Registers 900+ Medical Dispensaries—But Moves to Deny This One (CLN, Nov. 1, 2026)
DEA has issued its first federal registrations to more than 900 state-licensed medical marijuana dispensaries in seven states, while a separate DEA notice proposes denying a…
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Are THC Drinks Legal in Illinois After November 12, 2026?
Are THC drinks legal in Illinois? Starting Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, any hemp drink with more than 0.4 mg of total THC per container…
DEA Registers 900+ Medical Marijuana Dispensaries: Who Qualifies?
Which marijuana dispensaries have DEA registration? On Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, the Justice Department announced that DEA is issuing its first federal registrations to…
Can You Grow Cannabis at Home in Illinois? 2026 Rules
Can you grow cannabis at home in Illinois? Only if you are an Illinois resident, 21 or older, and a registered patient in the…
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