Tamale Vendor Rebuilds Life After Detention | Chicago News

A Chicago tamale vendor, Laura Murillo, is rebuilding her life after a harrowing six-month detention far from home — a ordeal that included psychological abuse and separation from her two daughters. Released unexpectedly thanks to a legal loophole, she’s now back in Chicago, seeking legal status and reconnecting with her family, buoyed by community support. Meanwhile, the CTA launches a new mental health and crisis response program on trains, and bird watchers are buzzing over a rare “Black and Tan” bobolink spotted in the suburbs — a gender-blending marvel that’s sparked scientific curiosity. 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/e19e6cecb173240a