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Kali Mayes Elevated to Director of Events at Evansville Regional Economic Partnership

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. (February 12, 2024) — The Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP) proudly announces the promotion of Kali Mayes to the position of Director of Events. In this elevated role, Mayes will bring her exceptional expertise to both E-REP and the Evansville Regional Sports Commission (ERSC), marking an exciting development in our commitment to fostering regional growth and community engagement.

Previously serving as the Events Manager, Mayes has been an instrumental force in shaping and executing impactful events for E-REP. In her expanded capacity, she will now assume a hybrid role, overseeing events for both organizations.

“This multifaceted role aligns seamlessly with Kali’s experience, goals, strengths, and, most importantly, her passions. Our team has confidence in her abilities and looks forward to collaborating and supporting events under her leadership in 2024,” stated Justin Groenert, Chief Strategy Officer.

In addition to continuing her ownership of E-REP events, Mayes will play a pivotal role in ERSC activities, bringing her wealth of experience in sport management to the planning and execution of sports-related events.

“My goal within the events industry and the world of sports is simple: it’s to create environments where memories are made and authentic connections can thrive,” said Mayes. “I’m truly grateful to both E-REP and ERSC leadership for supporting this alignment and having faith in my ability. As a female in business, and more specifically, a female in the sports industry, I don’t take this opportunity lightly.”

Mayes’ promotion reflects the collaboration and commitment of E-REP and ERSC to advancing regional excellence through dynamic event management. Together, they look forward to creating impactful experiences for the community.

 

THUNDERBOLTS HOST QUAD CITY THIS WEDNESDAY BEFORE TRAVELING TO ROANOKE, BIRMINGHAM

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 Evansville, In.:  After another weekend split against the first-place Birmingham Bulls, the Thunderbolts prepare for a busy week ahead, beginning with a home game against Quad City this Wednesday night at Ford Center, followed by a multi-day road trip to Roanoke this weekend and Birmingham next Monday.

 

Week In Review:

 

The Thunderbolts defeated the Birmingham Bulls 2-1 on Friday night at Ford Center behind goals from Brendan Harrogate and Brady Lynn, along with a 31-save performance from Brendahn Brawley.  On Saturday at Birmingham, the Thunderbolts were defeated 4-2 in a game filled with power plays for both teams.  Jordan Spadafore and Kenny Britton scored Evansville’s goals on Saturday, while Brawley was busy yet solid, stopping 40 of 44 shots.

 

The Week Ahead:

 

The Thunderbolts host the Quad City Storm this Wednesday, February 14th for Valentine’s Day.  Valentine’s Day will feature a special deal of two goal zone tickets along with two movie tickets to use at Showplace Entertainment for only $35.  A package of two tickets for the Valentine’s Day game without movie tickets will also be on sale for only $14.  More information can be found at https://bit.ly/BoltsVMD24.  For tickets, call (812)422-BOLT (2548), go to EvansvilleThunderbolts.com, or visit the Ford Center Ticket Office.  Following Wednesday’s home game, the Thunderbolts will hit the road for three away games, starting in Roanoke this Friday and Saturday night, both games starting at 6:05pm CT.  The Thunderbolts will then play at Birmingham on Monday the 19th, opening face-off at 1:05pm CT.  Fans can watch all three road games on FloHockey with a paid subscription or can listen in for free on the Thunderbolts Mixlr Channel.  Fans can also watch the road games at the Official Thunderbolts away game watch party at Parkway Pizza on 3911 Broadway Avenue on Evansville’s West Side.

Coming Soon:

 

The Thunderbolts return home to host the Peoria Rivermen for 90’s Night on Saturday, February 24th.  The Thunderbolts will be wearing specialty 90’s themed jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game, replicas will also be on sale at the Thunderbolts merchandise stand.  Space Monkey Records will be providing music in the Ford Center lobby while DJ Chidi will provide 90’s throwback tunes inside the arena.

Scouting the Opponent:

 

  • Quad City Storm:
    • Record: 18-18-0, 36 Points, T-6th Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: Leif Mattson/Cole Golka (16 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Leif Mattson (36 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Brent Moran (10-8-0, .910 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts 23-24 Record vs QCS: 3-5-1

 

The Storm split their past weekend’s two games against the Peoria Rivermen, beginning with a 5-4 shootout victory at home on Friday.  Doug Blaisdell, John Schiavo, Logan Nelson and Cole Golka scored goals in regulation, while Patriks Marcinkevics, Nelson and Schiavo scored in the shootout as Brent Moran stopped all three Rivermen shootout attempts and 26 of 30 shots in-game.  Quad City was shut out 3-0 in the rematch in Bloomington, Illinois on Saturday, with Moran stopping 39 of 42 Peoria shots.

  • Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs:
    • Record: 22-10-6, 50 Points, 4th Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: CJ Stubbs/Jacob Kelly (12 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Tommy Munichiello (27 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Austyn Roudebush (17-3-3, .907 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts 23-24 Record vs RNK: 1-1

 

The Rail Yard Dawgs started the past weekend at home with a 7-3 win over the Macon Mayhem on Friday, with Jacob Kelly scoring three goals, John MacDonald scoring twice, and one goal each from CJ Stubbs and Bailey Morrissette.  In goal, Austyn Roudebush stopped 27 of 30 shots.  Saturday’s game against Knoxville did not go as well, as Roanoke was defeated 5-4 in overtime.  Owen McDade scored twice, while Billy Roche and Brenden Stanko each scored once, with Stanko’s goal forcing overtime.  Roudebush had a difficult night in goal, stopping only 20 of 25 shots.

 

  • Birmingham Bulls:
    • Record: 26-7-6, 58 Points, 1st Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: Drake Glover (23 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Carson Rose (39 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Hayden Stewart (18-5-4, .936 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts 23-24 Record vs BHM: 2-2

 

MacGregor Sinclair scored Birmingham’s lone goal on Friday in Evansville, while Carson Rose scored twice in Saturday’s rematch, along with Sinclair and Scott Donahue.  In goal this past weekend, Hayden Stewart stopped 28 of 30 shots on Friday, while Drennan Atherton secured the win on Saturday with 35 saves on 36 shots.   The Bulls host the Huntsville Havoc this Friday and Saturday night before hosting Evansville on Monday afternoon.

Call-up Report

 

– Colton Kalezic (Cincinnati Cyclones – ECHL)

– 30 GP, 4 G, 3 A, 7 P, 6 PIM

 

– Chays Ruddy (Orlando Solar Bears – ECHL)

– 2 GP, 0 G, 2 A, 2 P, 4 PIM

 

– Bair Gendunov (Tulsa Oilers – ECHL)

– 13 GP, 6 G, 3 A, 9 P, 4 PIM

 

– Scott Kirton (Cincinnati Cyclones – ECHL)

– 7 GP, 1 G, 0 A, 1 P, 5 PIM

 

– Mike Ferraro (Cincinnati Cyclones, prev. Savannah – ECHL)

– 16 GP, 1 G, 4 A, 5 P, 4 PIM

 

– Cole Ceci (Worcester Railers – ECHL)

– 0 GP, 0-0-0, 0.00 GAA, .000 Save %

 

Transactions:   

 

Fri. 2/9: F Kenny Britton activated from Injured Reserve

Fri. 2/9: F Vadim Vasjonkin loaned to Estonian National Team

 

 

Gov. Holcomb announces Director Zac Jackson to step down from State Budget Agency

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INDIANAPOLIS-Zachary (Zac) Jackson notified Governor Eric J. Holcomb he is stepping down from his role at the State Budget Agency (SBA) after almost five years as director. Jackson announced he accepted a job with the City of Carmel as the chief financial officer and controller. He will begin his new role on Monday, April 8.

“Zac has dedicated almost 20 of years of his career to serving the State of Indiana,” Gov. Holcomb said. “He has successfully managed balanced budgets and maintained the state’s AAA credit rating through unpredictable times such as the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m truly grateful for his service.”

Jackson was appointed director of SBA by Gov. Holcomb in 2019.  Prior to his role as director, he served in a number of roles in the State Budget Agency since 2005.

During his time at SBA, Jackson accomplished the following:

  • Developed and managed 10 biennial balanced budgets
  • Managed state finances through financially unpredictable times in history such as the Great Recession of 2008 to 2009 and the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Designed and managed the implementation of technology that fundamentally changed the way that SBA manages budgets and tracks spending
  • Overhauled, updated and streamlined SBA’s Financial Management Circular (FMC) system – a set of guidelines for state agencies to promote sound financial management practices

“Serving as State Budget Director for the last few years has been an incredible experience,” Jackson said. “I’m forever grateful to Governor Holcomb for this opportunity to serve Hoosier taxpayers and for the hard work of the dedicated staff at the State Budget Agency and my colleagues across state government.”

Jackson’s last day as director is April 5, 2024. Click HERE for a headshot.

JOE BONAMASSA ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED BLUES DELUXE TOUR – THIS SUMMER ONLY!

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TICKETS GO ON SALE FEBRUARY 16 AT 10 AM

Evansville, IN -  February 12, 2024  — Three-time GRAMMY®-nominated guitarist and unparalleled chart-topper Joe Bonamassa, announced his Blues Deluxe Tour which will route to 21 cities across the U.S. this summer. The tour is heading to Old National Events Plaza on August 16, 2024, andpromises to be a defining moment for live blues-rock, showcasing the music that has defined Bonamassa’s career. A special venue pre-sale will take place on Valentine’s Day at 10 AM and fans can access the code by visiting the venue’s social media pages.

The Blues Deluxe Tour pays homage to Bonamassa’s critically acclaimed albums, including his best-selling Blues Deluxe from 2003 and its current chart-topping successor Blues Deluxe Vol. 2. The setlist is an electrifying journey through Bonamassa’s repertoire, featuring a mix of beloved fan favorites and deep tracks making their live debut, all performed alongside a band of world-class musicians.

Bonamassa’s impact on the blues-rock genre is immeasurable. Guitar World has hailed him as “the world’s biggest blues guitarist,” a testament to his skill, influence, and role in bringing blues-rock to the forefront of the music scene. With a career spanning over three decades, Bonamassa has consistently captivated audiences around the globe with his dynamic live performances and musical ingenuity.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.jbonamassa.com.

Ticket Information:

What:                   Joe Bonamassa, The Blues Deluxe Tour

When:                  Friday, August 16, 2024, at 8:00 PM

Where:                Old National Events Plaza | 715 Locust Street | Evansville, IN 47708

Tickets:                Tickets start at $49.00 plus applicable fees and tax.

Thum to lead Soil Conservation Division

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INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 12, 2024) — Jennifer Thum has been promoted to Soil Conservation Director for the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA). Thum has worked for the department for over a decade and was most recently deputy soil conservation director.

“Soil conservation and water quality initiatives are critical for Hoosier farmers and our numerous partners across the state, and they need a strong leader to enhance conservation practices,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Jennifer has been a dedicated public servant for over 10 years with ISDA and I am looking forward to her leading the largest division at the department with energy and grace.”

Thum hails from Milford, Mich. and attended Oakland Community College and Eastern Michigan University for her undergraduate degrees and received a Master of Public Administration degree from Northern Michigan University.

Her previous role with ISDA included securing over $50 million in funding for soil conservation projects. She also oversaw the Western Lake Erie Basin Regional Conservation Partnership Program, Kankakee Regional Conservation Partnership Program, a team of six staff and the upcoming iCover project.

“Jennifer has been a tremendous team player for over the past decade,” said Don Lamb, Indiana State Department of Agriculture director. “She has transformed the Western Lake Erie Basin group, secured funding in the millions of dollars and led her staff with tenacity. We are so excited to promote her to role of director and we know she will go above and beyond for farmers, landowners and her staff.”

In her new role as director, she will continue to work with conservation partners, farmers, landowners and all 92 local Indiana Soil and Water Conservation districts. She will oversee the Division of Soil Conservation staff and its various programs like the Indiana Conservation Partnership and data collection, the State Nutrient Reduction Strategy and is Secretary of the State Soil Conservation Board.

“Over the past several years, I have been very fortunate to work with Indiana’s incredible agriculture industry, from the commodity groups to the non-for-profits and our 92 SWCDs, and our neighboring states on several projects,” said Thum. “I am looking forward to continuing to work hand-in-hand with our partners across the state to enhance soil health and water quality.”

Thum resides in Fort Wayne with her family. In her spare time she enjoys backpacking and hiking with her family and attending her three sons’ various sporting events.

USI events and updates for the week of 2/12/2024

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Tuesday, February 13

USI Romain College of Business presentation to address building student wealth and careers in investing

 

The USI Romain College of Business will present “Markets, Building Wealth as a Student and Careers in Investing” with Ross Mayfield, Baird Private Wealth Management Investment Strategist, at 4 p.m. Tuesday, February 13. The presentation will take place in the Business and Engineering Center, BE0035, and is open to the public at no charge.

Thursday, February 15 through Sunday, February 18

USI Theatre continues 2023-24 season with Ride the Cyclone

 

USI Theatre will continue its 2023-24 season with Ride the Cyclone. The book, music and lyrics are by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell, and the production is directed by Joshua Robinson, Professor of Musical Theatre in USI’s Philip H. Hagemann Performing Arts Department. Performances will run from Thursday, February 15 through Sunday, February 18 in the USI Performance Center.

 

Friday, February 16

USI International Food Expo to offer taste of culture on campus

 

The USI International Club and Center for International Programs will host the annual International Food Expo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, February 16 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West on campus. The International Food Expo provides an avenue for USI’s international students to showcase the rich tapestry of their home countries’ cultural diversity, customs and cuisine to both the USI community and public.

February 23

2024 USI M. Edward Jones Engagement Award now open for nominations

 

USI Outreach and Engagement is now accepting nominations for the 2024 M. Edward Jones Engagement Award through Friday, February 23.February 28

USI Romain College of Business to host Azzip Pizza co-CEO Andy Niemeier

The USI Romain College of Business will present “Ready for Change: Adapting to the Marketplace and Lessons Learned in Azzip’s Journey” with Andy Niemeier, co-CEO of Azzip Pizza at noon Wednesday, February 28. The presentation will take place in the Business and Engineering Center, BE0035, and is open to the public at no charge.

 

February 28

USI to host second annual Be a Teacher Day

The USI Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education is hosting its second annual Be a Teacher Day on Wednesday, February 28 on the USI campus. The event will highlight the importance of the profession of education, allow students to meet current teaching professionals and teacher education students, as well as ask questions about the profession.

March 9, 10, 12 and 27

USI faculty to present on eclipses ahead of SolarpaloozaDr. Kent Scheller, Professor of Physics, will present Eclipses and Humans: Science, Shock and Awe ahead of the University of Southern Indiana’s Solarpalooza event, happening Sunday and Monday, April 7-8 on campus.

March 15

USI 26th annual Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Symposium happening March 15

Barb Bancroft, RN, MSN, NP will be the presenter at USI’s 26th annual Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Symposium on Friday, March 15.

March 23

Southern Indiana Dance Marathon returns for 12th year

Southern Indiana Dance Marathon will return to USI for its 12th year on Saturday, March 23 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West. Participants will be on their feet for 12 hours straight to raise money and awareness for Riley Hospital for Children. This year’s event will begin at noon Saturday, March 23 and continue until midnight Sunday, March 24.

April 3

USI Nursing Leadership Conference happening April 3

Steve Gutzler, President of Leadership Quest, a Seattle-based Leadership Development company, will be the presenter at USI’s 21st annual Nursing Leadership Conference on April 3. His most recent book, Lead with No Fear, provides practical and thought-provoking strategies for exceptional leadership and growing leaders at every level.

April 17

USI conference focuses on healthcare research, evidence-based practice

A former member of the USI Nursing faculty will be the keynote speaker at the 28th annual USI Research, Evidence-Based Practice and Performance Improvement in Healthcare Conference, slated for Wednesday, April 17 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West.

April 24-26

USI to present 40th annual Historic New Harmony Heritage Artisans Days 

 

USI is excited to present Historic New Harmony’s 40th annual Heritage Artisans Days, happening Wednesday through Friday, April 24-26. Artisans will demonstrate their professions and roles as they were in the 19th century. Students from the Tri-state area will hear and see how these artisans lived and worked in the early days of New Harmony.

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Men’s basketball set for home contest against Drake

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Game time is 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Taking on another one of the top Missouri Valley Conference squads, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team welcomes Drake on Tuesday night.  Tip is set for 7 p.m. CT with ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network on the call.

Last Time Out

– Tanner Cuff scored a team-high 15 points as the Purple Aces dropped a 73-70 game at Murray State

– Trailing by as many as nine points, UE fought back to tie the game late before a three at the buzzer gave the Racers the win

– Kenny Strawbridge Jr. finished with 14 points, 10 boards and 6 assists while Ben Humrichous scored 14 points

On the Verge of History

– Recording 14 points, 10 boards and 6 assists at Murray State, Kenny Strawbridge Jr. knocked on the door of the third triple double in program history

– On the defensive side of the floor, he has posted 19 steals over the last 8 games, an average of 2.4 per game; he has multiple swipes in 7 of the last 8

– His season average continues to rise and he is second in the league with 1.83/game

– Offensively, he led UE at Valpo with 14 points on 6-of-8 shooting and is third on the team with 9.6 PPG on the season

Still Going Strong

– Leading the Purple Aces with 15 points at Murray State, Tanner Cuff continued his recent success

– Cuff has 9+ points in 5 of the last 6 games while averaging 11.5 PPG (69 points) over that span

– His average of 7.9 PPG is the highest since the second game of the season

– In the home win over UIC, he recorded a career-high 16 points on 6-of-10 shooting

Scouting the Opponent

– Drake holds a 20-5 overall record while sitting at 11-3 in the Missouri Valley Conference

– The Bulldogs have solidified a strong grip of second in the league standings

– Over the last week, Drake earned a 92-88 home overtime win over Southern Illinois before taking a 74-67 road win at Bradley

– Tucker DeVries continues to pace the Bulldogs with 20.9 points per game while sitting second on the team with 6.5 rebounds

– Atin Wright holds a 13.7 PPG average while Darnell Brodie checks in with 12.3 PPG and a team-high 8.6 caroms per contest

 

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UE track and field splits weekend in Nashville and Greencastle

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The Purple Aces competed in two separate meets across 290 miles

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Four more program records fell on the track and in the field over the weekend for the University of Evansville track and field teams.

The Purple Aces split their time and team this weekend at two different meets, the Music City Challenge in Nashville hosted by Vanderbilt, and the DePauw Indoor Invitational in Greencastle. Two program records fell at each meet, with both track records happening in Nashville and both field records at DePauw. In total, UE competed in 16 events across two days at both meets.

Music City Challenge – Day 1

Evansville began its weekend with the field events at the Music City Challenge on Friday morning. Jaden Hayes (Huntingburg, Ind. / Southridge HS) and Zach Dove (Princeton, Ind. / Princeton Community HS) participated in the weight throw in the morning where Hayes threw a PR of 17.22 meters. The Aces then had the rest of the morning off until the track events in the late afternoon.

UE started on the track with the mile race for both the women and men. On the women’s side, Kalina Urbaniak (Suchy Las, Poland) had the fastest finish at 5:02.39 followed by Nicole Prauchner (Neuhofen an der Ybbs, Austria) at 5:03.12 and Nayla Martin (Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec, Canada) at 5:05.14. On the men’s side, freshman Rafael Rodriguez (Segovia, Spain) set a new program record in the mile at 4:14.58. Adam Ouglout (St. Paul, Minn. / Central HS) finished with a time of 4:26.17.

The final event of the first day of the Music City Challenge for Evansville was the 200-meter sprint. The Aces only had one runner compete in Raymond Felton III (Houston, Clear Brook HS). Felton III finished 24th overall with a time of 22.15 seconds.

Music City Challenge – Day 2

It was all track events on the second day of the Music City Challenge for UE. Another track record fell on Saturday morning in the second event of the day as freshman Samuel Lea (Worchester, England) ran the 3000-meter race in 8:23.82, besting his former record by almost eight seconds. Evansville also had two women run the 3000-meter race as Sonja Inzinger (Mautern an der Donau, Austria) placed ninth in a time of 9:55.88, and Sarah Vanderhoof-Dossett finished in 10:34.01.

The Aces had a handful of runners compete in the 800-meter race on both sides. The women ran first as Prauchner led the pack in 18th with a time of 2:14.45 followed by Martin with a time of 2:17.33. On the men’s side, Cedrik Flipo (Beloil, Quebec Canda) finished 20th in a time of 1:53.30, followed closely by Alvaro Monfort (Castile Y Leon, Spain) in 30th with a time of 1:54.88. Rodriguez rounded out the 800-meter race with a time of 1:55.46.

Sprints ended the day for UE as Felton III finished 33rd in the 60-meter dash with a time of 7.13. Evansville’s final event in Nashville was the men’s 4×400-meter relay. The Aces finished middle of the pack at 12th with a time of 3:20.05 to end the Music City Challenge.

DePauw Indoor Invitational

Meanwhile in Greencastle on Saturday, UE had a small group compete at DePauw. Evansville only had finishes from its field entries as its three runners DNF’d. The Aces got their first program record at DePauw early as sophomore Kate Walke (Batesville, Ind. / Oldenburg Academy) beat her record from the week before in the 60-meter hurdles. Walke completed the event in 9.47 seconds to take third place in the finals.

UE had more podium finishes in the men’s shot put as Dove and Hayes placed second and third with throws of 14.87 meters and 14.78 meters. Hayes’s throw of 14.78 was a personal best by .38 meters.  In the women’s shot put, freshman Jillian Harris (Boonville, Ind. / Boonville HS) set a PR with a throw 9.19 meters for 10th. Kaitlyn Sansone (Fairfield, Ohio / Mercy McAuley HS) and Brooke Springer (Henderson, Ky. / Henderson Community HS) also threw in the event at 8.80 meters and 8.66 meters.

Evansville wrapped up its day in Greencastle with the men’s and women’s weight throw. The Aces picked up their second field program record of the weekend from Dove in the weight throw. Dove broke his former record from 2023 by 15 centimeters at 17.83 meters to take the top spot in the event. Hayes finished right behind in second with a throw of 17.75 meters.

On the women’s side, sophomore Gwen Darrah (Cleveland, Ohio / Orange HS) earned a podium finish in third with a throw of 13.17 meters. Senior Hannah Bryan (Evansville, Ind. / Reitz HS) threw a PR in the event with a throw of 11.18 meters for eighth. Harris rounded out the event with a throw of 9.38 meters.

The Aces will wrap up the indoor season at a Valley opponent meet next week. UE will participate in the Indiana State Open on Saturday, February 17th before the MVC Indoor Championships in Chicago.