Chicagoans Rally to Support Migrants Amidst Shelter Crisis

Migrants arriving in Chicago are sheltering in police stations while officials struggle to find more permanent places for them to stay. As the city faces a "humanitarian crisis," local officials and advocates have called for federal assistance. Meanwhile, Northwest Side churches, neighbors, and representatives have created a grassroots effort to provide food, blankets, clean clothes, toys, and toiletries to the families waiting for shelter. The migrants have received supplies from neighbors and faith-based groups, and volunteers have washed clothes for them. The city has worked with partners to transport people to a shelter once space is available and has tapped community organizations to help with temporary shelter and other services.