I've never even been based in Chicago on the virtual airlines, either. I did virtual ATC for Chicago tho. :bandit::bandit::bandit:
DuPage, I have sorta kinda been a pilot for a bit, and never worked for a company in Chicago, but in other cities, in other states. Being from Chicago doesn't necessarily mean you will work for a company in Chicago, at least not in the beginning of your career. As they say, beggars cannot be choosers.