Illinois Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Reach Nearly $40 Million in January

Illinois adult-use cannabis sales reached nearly $40 million in January, the first month of legal sales, according to an NBC Chicago report.

Data released by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shows that January sales totaled $ 39,247,840.83 and dispensaries sold more than 970,000 items, according to the news outlet.

Illinois residents purchased over $30.6 million worth of cannabis products last month, NBC Chicago reported, while out-of-state visitors purchased over $8.6 million.

The state is currently accepting applications for Cannabis Infuser, Transporter and Craft Grower licenses through Feb. 14.