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
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
If you find a bone, it's on you!
What Is a ‘Corpse Flower’ + Why Is It Going Viral Right Now?
It smells like either death, rotting fish, sweaty socks or a combination of all three.
Viral Pop Star Chappell Roan Adopts Nu-Metal Look at Seattle Block Party Show
Roan and her band ditched their usual elaborate attire in favor of JNCO jeans, T-shirts and heavy black eyeliner.
Early Video Resurfaces Showing 17-Year-Old Amy Lee in Tiny Arkansas Club
Some of the songs would later be included on their 2003 studio debut.
What It Means if You See a McDonald’s With Black Arches Instead of Yellow?
Just when you thought all arches were "golden."
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC; Misleading Consumers
Wait until you see the names of some of these "snacks."
15 Things Amazon Absolutely Refuses to Take Back as Returns
Maybe you'll want to think twice before buying these items on Prime Day.
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
Tourists are visiting a Johnson City, Tennessee cemetery to see this unique gravesite complete with a bottle opener.
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
The chain has more than 500 locations across the country.
Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
Don't even think about wearing this type of shirt when getting into the a swimming pool.
Walmart Making This Bold Move to Get More Stuff on Store Shelves
This is the latest in a long line of overhauls as Walmart hopes to modernize its stores.
Every State Where They’ve Made it Illegal to Have a Drink During Happy Hour
"Happy hour" has a rather surprising origin story that dates back to the 1800s, but it's still illegal in these states.