Month: October 2026
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Illinois Launches New Medical Cannabis Patient Portal | E331
Illinois has launched a long-awaited feature allowing medical cannabis patients to check their remaining purchase allotment and view their recent purchase history online. In this episode, Cole takes a closer look at the new patient portal, including questions about how long purchase records are retained and where that information is stored. Plus, a special Halloween…
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Illinois Medical Cannabis Patients Can Now View Their Remaining Allotment and Purchase History Online
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has introduced new features allowing registered medical cannabis patients and caregivers to view their remaining allotment and purchase history online. As of October 26, 2026, patients and caregivers can access their Available Allotment & Purchase History through the state’s Medical Cannabis Patient Registry. The new feature allows patients…
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Inside One of Illinois’ Most Incredible Cannabis Home Grows | E330
In this episode of The Cole Memo, we tour Josh’s custom-built outdoor hydroponic system, featuring four massive cannabis plants grown using recirculating deep water culture (RDWC). Josh walks us through the engineering behind his setup, including underground reservoirs, water cooling, automated systems, and the challenges of growing cannabis outdoors in Illinois. We also revisit Josh’s…
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Illinois Cannabis Updates and the Future of Legalization | E329
In this episode of The Cole Memo, Cole discusses the latest Illinois cannabis developments, including the expansion of medical cannabis sales at adult-use dispensaries, upcoming hemp regulations, and a proposal to issue 45 new cannabis infuser licenses. He also reviews recent cannabis compliance data and revisits the ongoing debate over home grow and industry opposition…
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Illinois Cannabis Policy, Hemp Restrictions & Home Grow with Brad Spirrison | E328
In this impromptu episode of The Cole Memo, Cole is joined by Brad Spirrison of Grown In to discuss the changing landscape of cannabis policy in Illinois and beyond. They explore the upcoming November 12 hemp restrictions, divisions between licensed cannabis operators and the hemp industry, and the role of consumers in shaping cannabis policy.…
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Rep. La Shawn Ford on What’s Next for Illinois Cannabis Legalization | E327
Illinois cannabis sales are showing signs of renewed growth, but questions remain about pricing, competition, and the impact of upcoming hemp restrictions. In this episode, Cole examines newly released Illinois cannabis data, revisits the state’s cannabis arrest statistics, and discusses the latest developments in federal cannabis rescheduling as opponents seek additional testimony and documents. Later,…
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Illinois Cannabis Sales Rebound, DEA Rescheduling Update & Governor’s Forum | E326
Illinois cannabis sales are showing signs of renewed growth, but questions remain about pricing, competition, and the impact of upcoming hemp restrictions. In this episode, Cole examines newly released Illinois cannabis data, revisits the state’s cannabis arrest statistics, and discusses the latest developments in federal cannabis rescheduling as opponents seek additional testimony and documents. Later,…
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Massive Outdoor Home Grow, Patient Portal, & Cannabis Event This Week | E325
In this episode of The Cole Memo, Cole takes viewers on a tour of an impressive outdoor cannabis home grow in Illinois. Josh Anderson, a medical cannabis patient whose home was previously raided by police, walks us through his custom-built outdoor hydroponic system and explains how he grows massive cannabis plants in the Illinois climate.…
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The Future of Illinois Cannabis: A Roundtable With Aaron Del Mar | E324
Illinois is preparing for major changes to its cannabis laws, especially as they relate to hemp. In this episode, Cole moderates a roundtable with Illinois hemp advocates, small business owners, and Aaron Del Mar, the Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, about what cannabis policy should look like going forward. Watch the episode on Youtube here…
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Illinois Releases 2026 Annual Cannabis Reports
The Illinois Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office for the state of Illinois published the 2026 Annual Cannabis Reports. The reports from 2026 can be viewed below. You can view the 2025 reports by clicking here, and the 2024 reports by clicking here. 2026 Annual Cannabis Report for State of Illinois 2026 Adult Use Cannabis Health Advisory Committee Annual…
