On Saturday morning, voters wrapped around the corner at Humboldt Park Branch Library, 1605 N. Troy St. The line was already going when residents arrived at 9 a.m.—right as the doors opened.

Beyond the typical browns and greens, a world of vibrant snakes exists, adorned with striking colors and patterns. From the ...

Queen snakes grow around 15 to 24 inches long. They can be identified by their brown to olive-green color and cream-colored stripes. They aren’t venomous and are not known to harm people or pets.

A red circle around the snake. It was lurking close to a fallen tree. Courtesy of Rare Encounters Photography. It also offers the following advice on how to stay safe in areas where snakes might ...