Suburban Chicago Communities Grapple with Influx of Migrants Buses carrying migrants from Texas have been rerouting to suburban Chicago, alarming residents unprepared for the sudden influx. The small town of Wilmette has become a makeshift welcome center for migrants, with volunteers providing essentials before they catch trains to downtown Chicago. The suburban drop-offs have prompted mixed reactions, with some residents offering support and aid, while others voice concerns and push for restrictions on bus arrivals. The situation reflects the broader migrant crisis extending beyond city limits.