Grandson Skates, Comfortable Cat And A Stunning Sundog: 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 winter.

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Chris Kasprowicz, of Oak Lawn, sent in this photograph of a grandson skating in the backyard.

Caryn Channic, of Wheaton, sent in this fun photo of her dog, Tilly, a 10-year-old Pekingese.

Jen Carusi got some great nature shots of whitetail bucks on a snowy day in Joliet.

Don Mrskos, of Evergreen Park, said his cat, Callie, was making herself comfortable on one of the recent cold days.

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Stephanie Pfeifer, of Lemont, got this shot of a coyote in her backyard.

Raj Krish, of Naperville, photographed this sundog in front of the Hope Depot. Sundogs are colored spots of light that develop due to the refraction of light through ice crystals, according to the National Weather Service.

Lynn Wesley, of Tinley Park, submitted this photo of a black-capped chickadee.

Veronica Cortina, of Lily Lake, found this squirrel enjoying a peanut on her back porch despite freezing temperatures.

Catie Stark, of Plainfield, photographed her dog, Bella, at home.