Hoping to give an energey -- and money -- boost to her husband, First Lady Michelle Obama is in her hometown tonight hitting Chicago for two fund-raisers.

"First Lady Michelle Obama will attend two fundraising receptions in Chicago. The first reception will be at Harpo Studios and the second will be at a private residence," said a campaign official.

"Tickets for both events start at $250 and will benefit the Obama Victory Fund, a joint fundraising committee of Obama for America, the Democratic National Committee and several state Democratic parties. These events will be print pooled only."