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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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The site of Evanston’s potential medical marijuana dispensary at 1804 Maple Ave. is currently under construction. The state is scheduled to inspect the dispensary next month.

Evanston medical marijuana dispensary inches closer to opening

September 22, 2015

Up to Date Catch up on the biggest ongoing news stories affecting Northwestern and Evanston with The Daily’s new explainer series: Up to Date. A medical marijuana dispensary could open in Evanston...

The Evanston-owned property at 1800 Maple Ave. could be used as a medical marijuana dispensary by the end of the year. The company Pharmacann LLC is taking steps to obtain a license from the state.

Medical marijuana dispensary could come to Evanston by end of 2015

February 4, 2015

Gov. Bruce Rauner on Monday authorized a company to take steps to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Evanston. A dispensary could be placed in Evanston by the end of the year, city manager Wally...

Folmsbee: Medical marijuana deserves research

Folmsbee: Medical marijuana deserves research

October 5, 2014

Last year, the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act established the state's medical marijuana pilot program. About 15 bodies have submitted applications to open a medical marijuana...

State Rep. Laura Fine (D-Glenview) addresses Sixth Ward residents on new state legislation.

Officials, residents discuss referendum to dissolve Evanston Township

January 24, 2014

Ald. Mark Tendam (6th) discussed the possible dissolution of Evanston Township on Thursday night during a meeting with 6th Ward residents. City manager and acting township supervisor Wally Bobkiewicz...

Illinois House passed a bill to legalize medical marijuana Wednesday. The bill, if signed into law, could change how Evanston regulates marijuana.

Medical marijuana bill clears Illinois House, could affect enforcement of Evanston policy

April 21, 2013

Although a bid to legalize medical marijuana barely passed the Illinois House of Representatives on Wednesday, supporters say they are confident it eventually will be signed into law. If passed, House...

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