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
That’s Not Rain: How Cicada Pee Will Shower the U.S.
Experts say cicadas have "jetting" pee that allows them to squirt at potential predators, including humans.
If You’re Hiking in the Woods and Hear This Sound, Don’t Panic
Was it footsteps? Someone drumming?
TikTok Ban: How Your Local Congress Members Voted
Legislation calling for a ban of TikTok in the U.S. has moved on to the Senate following a 352-65 Congressional vote. Here is how each member voted.
Want to See the World’s Tallest Tree? You’ll Probably End Up in Jail
Don't even think about trying to find this tree unless you're willing to do hard time.
Leap Year Superstitions: Doomed Marriages, Frisky Whales and Other Absurd Things to Worry About
You might cancel your wedding after reading this.
Multiple Victims Reported Following Shooting at Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Parade
A shooting near a parade celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory, today, has left at least one dead and several injured.
Report Reveals Walmart Will Shutter More Stores in 2024
Walmart also closed 23 stores in 14 states in 2023.
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.
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.
Frustrated Server Shines Light on Restaurant Caller Scam
She says restaurants are catching on to the scam and know when you might not be telling the truth.