Rob Carroll is a music and pop culture writer based in central Illinois. His work has appeared in several publications throughout the suburban Chicago area including the Northwest Herald and the Daily Chonicle. Rob also is a published author having produced two books chronicling the history of the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field. In his free time, Rob enjoys collecting vinyl, live music, photography and trying (and failing) to keep up with his kids.
Rob Carroll
Frantic Body Cam Video Shows Officer’s Daring Rescue of Boy From Frozen Pond
Footage of the treacherous rescue has gone viral on social media.
TikTok is Convinced McDonald’s is Shrinking This Popular Sandwich
We now know McDonald's side of the story.
Why Isn’t Facebook Marketplace Working for Some Users?
Here's how to possibly fix the issue.
Oops: Cop Unknowingly Walks in on 7-11 Store Robbery
Thank goodness the cop needed a snack.
Frozen Noodle Video Shows Chilling Effect of This Winter’s Extreme Temps
The frozen noodle experiment shows the chilling effect of this winter's extreme weather.
Report Reveals Walmart Will Shutter More Stores in 2024
Walmart also closed 23 stores in 14 states in 2023.
Report: Don’t Eat Microwave Popcorn For This ‘Scary’ Reason
Who knew THIS was inside the bag?!?!?
How Long Should you Warm Up Your Car Before Driving?
These states say you shouldn't do it at all.
Why You’ll Never Hear McDonald’s Workers Say ‘Milkshake’
We now know why McDonald's avoids using the word "milk" when advertising its shakes.
Trader Joe’s Wants Your Suggestions for New Store Locations
Find out how you can suggest a location for a future store.
Sam’s Club to Stop Checking Customers’ Receipts When Leaving Store
The change, however, doesn't mean the store will no longer look at your purchases.
Singer Michael Bolton Reveals Brain Tumor; Will Step Back From Touring
The singer's recent surgery was deemed a "success."
Police Not Commenting on Bizarre Theory that ‘Alien Creature’ Terrorized a Miami Mall
Some people are absolutely convinced an alien showed up at the mall to do some shopping.
Wife Makes Bingo Card for Sports-Obsessed Husband Who Yells at TV
She can predict every single move including the exact words he yells at the TV.
Ernest Hemingway’s Historic Chicago Home Hits Market for $2 Million
The sellers left behind reminders that the notable author once called the building home.
Ding Dong: The Definitive List of The Oddest, Strangest and Downright Filthy Town Names In Every State
We combed through list after list of the oddest, strangest and somewhat naughty-sounding town names in every state to create a definitive collection complete with unbelievable facts about each location.