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CBD Sellers Consider Role In Marijuana Debate
CBD is one of the two most prevalent components of the cannabis plant. The other is THC, which widely is referred to as the stuff that gets you high.
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Changing Attitudes Toward Cannabis
For decades, it was "marijuana" and conjured images of tie-dyed T-shirts and hemp hoodies. Now, it's "cannabis" and you're more likely to picture lab coats and business suits. Our series State of Cannabis continues with a look at the evolution of the public's attitudes.
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State’s Attorney Prepares For Potential Changes In Marijuana Laws
Champaign County State’s Attorney Julia Rietz says she’s concerned about how legalization could impact the juveniles she works with on a daily basis. She’s also concerned about how the state will address cannabis impaired driving.
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Small Illinois Towns Hope Legalized Marijuana Bring More Jobs
Behind a tall security fence and countless coded keypads, the future of the Delavan economy is growing under bright lights.
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Cannabis Merges Into Health Care
We are taking a closer look at what the legalization of cannabis could mean for Illinois. The State of Cannabis is a collaborative reporting effort by public radio stations across the state. This piece in the series looks at the potential health care considerations of recreational marijuana.
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Hospitals, Colleges and Universities Want In On Infrastructure Plan
Illinois AFL-CIO president Michael Carrigan said when politicians talk about a capital plan, most people think of roads and bridges. But he says public buildings should not be ignored.
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What Do We Know About Edible Cannabis?
In today’s legal marijuana market, there is more than just a typical joint to get high. There are cookies, gummies, weed-infused drinks and more. But, there are few studies available in the United States that examine the long-term effects of these different products.
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Illinois Senate Approves Graduated Income Tax
The Illinois Senate is moving the state closer to a major overhaul of its tax system. Senate Democrats approved a constitutional amendment that would change Illinois’ flat income tax to one that’s graduated — where the wealthy pay more.
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How Collaboration Can Help Communities Better Serve Vulnerable People
This week, the Family Service Self-Help Center of Champaign will host a conference focused on the importance of working together to address needs in the community.
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Watch Live: Attorney General Testifies About Mueller Report In 1st Of 2 Hearings
Attorney General William Barr is defending his handling of special counsel Robert Mueller's report in his testimony Wednesday on Capitol Hill.