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25-03-2025
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Brookfield cannabis kiosk change; shoppers express concern
The Brief Psychedelic mushrooms have been removed from a Brookfield Square kiosk that drew attention and pushback from some shoppers earlier this month. The kiosk, which will still dispense cannabis products, drew attention and pushback from some shoppers. The Brookfield Police Department said it's completely legal, and it's been at the mall for more than a year. BROOKFIELD, Wis. - There's been a big change to the controversial cannabis kiosk at Brookfield Square. The owner of the kiosk said Brookfield Square's property management company, CBL Properties, asked him to remove "psychedelic mushrooms" from his vending machine. He said it has to do with the wording of his lease, but stresses that the products themselves are legal. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Still, there are strong opinions about what remains in the kiosk. What we know Ethereal Gold Dispensary runs the kiosk, which also dispenses cannabis products. Owner Bill Fuchs said he removed the psychedelic mushrooms at the mall's request, though he said mall management acknowledged the products were "perfectly legal." The Brookfield Police Department also said it's completely legal, and it's been at the mall for more than a year. Ethereal said the kiosk moved locations a few months ago. It's currently at the mall entrance near Barnes & Noble. Dig deeper Owner Bill Fuchs showed FOX6 News how the kiosk works. The name on a buyer's credit card must match their driver's license. Fuchs said the kiosk won't dispense to anyone under the age of 21. Brookfield Square has not responded to a request for comment. Fuchs said he replaced the mushrooms with gummies and products to help with "sleep, pain and overall wellness." He said Ethreal stays within the legal limit of THC in all its products. Fuchs also said all of his mushroom products are "100% legal." He said there is no psilocybin in any of his products. The kiosk promotes the mushrooms as "psychedelic" and the products sold were labeled "magic mushrooms." "As people become educated, we hear a lot of 'Wow,' I didn't know that,'" Fuchs said. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android The backstory Ethereal Gold Dispensary is based in Waukesha. Fuchs told FOX6 News that sales are eight times what they were compared to just two years ago, and the business ships products to all 50 states. It also recently became one of the first dispensaries in Wisconsin to sell through DoorDash. The other side "I think the whole thing should go. I really do," Pewaukee resident Mary Favero said. "I don't think it belongs out here." "[It's] still concerning," said mall walker Carol Hartung. "What if they grab their parent's ID? Or an older sibling. I don't think it's a good idea." What's next Brookfield Ald. Mike Hallquist is working on a city ordinance "requiring cannabinoid-derived products to be sold from a physical storefront, which would prohibit kiosks, vendor machines, trucks, market tables etc." The Source Information in this report is from Ethereal Gold Dispensary, Brookfield Square Mall, Brookfield Ald. Mike Hallquist and prior FOX6 News coverage.
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12-03-2025
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Cannabis, psychedelic mushroom kiosk at Brookfield Square draws attention
The Brief A Brookfield Square kiosk that sells cannabis and psychedelic mushrooms is drawing extra attention. The company that sells products through the kiosk is based in Waukesha. Not everyone who sees the kiosk and the products it offers is happy with its presence. BROOKFIELD, Wis. - A cannabis and psychedelic mushroom kiosk is drawing attention and push back at Brookfield Square Mall. What we know Business is booming at Waukesha's Ethereal Gold Dispensary. Owner Bill Fuchs said sales are eight times what they were compared to just two years ago. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android Fuchs said Ethereal now ships products to all 50 states – and recently became one of the first dispensaries in Wisconsin to sell through DoorDash. But it is Ethereal's vending machine at Brookfield Square Mall that has delivered a different kind of buzz. What they're saying Debbie Mochalski said she noticed the kiosk a few months ago while mall walking. "It shouldn't be around kids," Mochalski said. "Too many kids come to the mall and they see this and think it's OK to do this. I don't agree with it." FOX6 News checked in with Brookfield police. They said the machines are "perfectly legal." Fuchs said ethereal has three other kiosks – one at their store, one at a liquor store and another at a bar. Police add, there is no ordinance in Brookfield governing these types of machines. The other side The president of Madison-based Wisconsin Family Action told FOX6 News that should change. He said, "There should be no place in Wisconsin where minors can have access to cannabinoid products." "They can't purchase from us without a 21 and over ID and a verified credit card," Fuchs said. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Fuchs told FOX6 News every question about his dispensary only drives sales higher. What we know A 2024 Marquette Law School poll asked respondents about medical marijuana. The poll said, "In January, the legislature discussed legislation that would legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes. Eighty-six percent say they support legalization for medical purposes, with 10% opposed and 4% saying they don't know. When last asked about this in April 2019, 83% favored and 12% opposed legalizing medical marijuana. "A smaller majority, 63%, favor legalization of marijuana for any purpose, while 29% are opposed. This question was last asked in October 2022, with 64% in favor and 30% opposed." FOX6 News reached out to management at Brookfield Square Mall for comment. We have not heard back yet. The Source The information in this post was produced with assistance from Brookfield Square Mall and Ethereal Gold Dispensary.
