By Brigid Sweeney February 09, 2018 Jason Klein and Brad Shaffer, buddies since their 9-year-old hockey-playing days in the northwest suburbs, started talking about opening a bar in 2009. But after assessing the competitive landscape and the capital required, they nixed the idea. At the time, Klein was a dedicated Miller Lite drinker. Today, his drinking habits…
Editorial Board When it comes to easing restrictions on cannabis, Illinois has not been a pioneer. Medical marijuana was legal in 19 other states and the District of Columbia before state law allowed it here in 2013. Nine states and D.C. have gone beyond, legalizing the sale and use of recreational pot. Lawmakers in Illinois…
Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/ 02/06/2018 After slapping nearly 1,000 liquor stores, wineries and shipping companies with “cease and desist” letters in December, the Illinois Liquor Control Commission plans to meet Wednesday to discuss the mailings and the steps it needs to take to stop the illegal shipment of alcohol. The commission will also have a revocation hearing…
By Benjamin Yount | Illinois News Network The push to raise Illinois’ smoking age could put lawmakers and parents in a couple of difficult situations. Advocates and lawmakers say it’s simple: Raise Illinois’ smoking age to 21, fewer people will start smoking, and the state will be healthier. But the larger conversation is a bit…
Source: ABL January 26, 2018 American Beverage Licensees (ABL) announced additional speakers for the 2018 ABL Annual Meeting, to be held March 11-13, 2018 at Harrah’s New Orleans Hotel & Casino in New Orleans, Louisiana. Additional announcements are expected in the coming weeks that will build on a program already rich with unique perspectives on…
In some spots, that’s not likely to change soon, officials say By Dave Taylor Tribune-Star Jan 26, 2018 It looks like this will be the year Indiana ends its ban on Sunday sales of package liquor. The state House and Senate have passed separate but virtually identical bills to allow carryout sales seven days a…
by Jacqueline Francis Wednesday, January 24th 2018 A new liquor code could mean new bars, fewer restrictions and even the possibility to ‘sip n shop’. (WCCU) CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCCU) — The City of Champaign is all liquored up. Per the city’s current liquor code, only 60 Class A liquor licenses can be issued. Right now,…
Leading Industry Brands & Organizations Supporting 2018 ABL Annual Meeting February 1, 2018 – Bethesda, MD – American Beverage Licensees (ABL) is pleased to announce its slate of event and hospitality sponsors for the 2018 ABL Annual Meeting, to be held March 11-13 at Harrah’s New Orleans Hotel & Casino in New Orleans, Louisiana. …
Annual Meeting Speakers to Provide Insight into Range of Issues Impacting Beverage Retailers January 26, 2018 – Bethesda, MD – American Beverage Licensees (ABL) announced additional speakers for the 2018 ABL Annual Meeting, to be held March 11-13, 2018 at Harrah’s New Orleans Hotel & Casino in New Orleans, Louisiana. Additional announcements are expected…
ABL State & Local News Archive Now Available to Members Wide-Ranging Catalog of State & Local News Includes Licensing & Regulatory Coverage January 24, 2018 – Bethesda, MD – As part of a growing effort to assist its state affiliate members with information and resources, American Beverage Licensees (ABL) announced today that it has…