legalization

Cook County State’s Attorney resumes clearing cannabis records

October 28, 2020

After the pandemic delayed court operations, the Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s Office is now resuming the process of expunging low-level cannabis convictions. Since the beginning of October,...

Northwestern students, officials speak on legalization of cannabis

October 8, 2019

In June, Illinois passed the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act, legalizing the possession of up to 30 grams of cannabis for residents of Illinois who are 21 years of age or older. When the law goes into...

Democratic-controlled Illinois sets eyes on marijuana legalization

February 25, 2019

Last week, the Evanston Police Department seized over 500 grams of marijuana, including THC-laced Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, arresting their owner. While legalizing possession of that many grams might not...

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