'American Idol' hopefuls from Chicago: Justin B. Ray and Deonte Baker

Justin B. Ray and Deonte Baker were 'American Idol' hopefuls.

WCL ran a contest to find the best "Chicago Idol" to help send people to the "American Idol" auditions in Chicago last year.

'Windy City Live' Chicago Idol Competition, Part 1

"American Idol" is coming to ABC and Windy City Live is helping one talented Chicagoan get their chance for a silver ticket - a chance to audition for the producers of American Idol.

Two of those contestants that made it through to Hollywood Week returned to WCL to talk about their experience on "American Idol" and what's in store for them now.

Watch "American Idol" on ABC7.

For more information, visit: http://abc.go.com/shows/american-idol

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