Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're seeing many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs throughout the state this summer.
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Lynne Sandack, of South Grove Park, shared with us some photos of wildlife in the area, including this one.
Jolene Laka, of Tinley Park, photographed a Cooper's Hawk looking for dinner near her bird feeders. She says a storm had just passed.
Kevin Dobbin captured this pretty image of the sky following a sunset after a storm.
Jodi Long, of Naperville, submitted this great shot she got of a squirrel.
Cindy Wilson, of Joliet, tells us her little project took three months to build. "Every summer, we plant whatever, and by fall, it is so full. We have truly enjoyed changing it up this year," Wilson added.
Sandy C. caught these ducks "breaking the law" in Buffalo Grove.
Lisa Gareiss, of Lockport, sent in this photo of some sunflowers in her backyard.
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