From Tamale Stand to New Life | Chicago News

Laura Murillo, a resilient 55-year-old Mexican immigrant who built her life around a Chicago tamale stand, was arrested during a major immigration raid and spent six months in federal detention. Released in March on a court order, she’s now rethinking her identity and priorities — embracing a slower, more intentional life centered on her daughters, faith, and community. Once driven by the grind of her business, she’s now considering a smaller operation, mindful of her health and the love that carried her through detention — including from her longtime employee Gina Otamendi, who stepped in to care for her girls. Murillo’s journey reveals that true independence isn’t just about work, but about accepting support, cherishing time with family, and finding strength in community and hope. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/55997b489ed6883a