Colorful Cardinal, 'Squishmallows' And Nectar Sips: IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're expecting many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs this summer throughout the state.

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Debbie Garcia, of Bolingbrook, captured this great shot of a sandhill crane.

Rachel Katzmann, of Mokena, sent in this photo she shot of chalk art work done by her daughter, Alex, 10. Rachel said of Alex, "She wanted to draw an army of cuteness to win me over so that I would allow her to buy more Squishmallow stuffed animals. Well, I think it’s pretty darn cute and it may have done the trick."

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Nete A, of St. Charles, photographed this nest of birds after they had been fed by their mother.

Adina Skwarski, of Orland Park, sent in this photo of a hummingbird enjoying some flowers in her yard.

Thank you all for the beautiful photo submissions!