A Gaggle In The Parking Lot, Swan Pond And A 'Sassy Prince": IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — 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 spring.

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Joanne B. Gresh, of Chicago, is joined in the car by a special companion, her Old English Sheepdog, 3 months old.



Sue Marines, of Glenview, submitted this photograph she took of swans, who had recently made their spring return to a pond in Northbrook.

Lori Willmer, of Frankfort, found this chipmunk in her crystal garden.

Lynn Wesley, of Tinley Park, sent in this great shot she got of a red-tailed hawk.

Natasa Krsic shared with us this photograph she took of her dog, Peanut, while strolling through Park Ridge. "Peanut loves to stop and smell everything in sight during our walks and with him being a sassy prince decided it was time for a photo shoot in the tulips," she said.

Katarzyna Jagiello, of Downers Grove, sent in this photo she took of some cute bunnies in her backyard.

Sara Ciesla, of Western Springs, had to grab her camera when she saw this nest with eggs on her front porch.

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