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
Did You Realize How Long It Takes to Grow a Christmas Tree? I Had No Idea
The amount of time it takes to grow a real Christmas tree might surprise people who have grown accustomed to seeing loaded tree lots pop up every year around the holidays.
KFC Turns Iconic Chicken Bucket Lid Into Playable Vinyl Record
Is it a chicken bucket lid? Is it a vinyl record? How about both?
Taco Bell Introduces Photo Booth + AI For Drive-Thru Customers
Taco Bell will take your photo when getting food in their drive-thru where they have started using AI when taking orders.
Genius iPhone Trick Will Make Laundry Day Easier; Save Expensive Clothing
This little-known feature is built into your phone's camera.
Accident Victim Airlifted To Hospital Reveals Eye-Popping Bill for Helicopter Ride
Some are suggesting she should have booked her own ride.
The ‘Sneaky Change’ That has Verizon Customers Lashing Out Online
The largest cell provider in the U.S. is hearing it from customers on social media after increase in fees tacked on to monthly bills.
Iconic Chain Restaurant Returning 20 Years After Bankrupt, Illness Outbreak
A long-time player in the chain restaurant scene throughout the late 80s and 90s is about to make its return following a catastrophic foodborne illness outbreak and bankruptcy nearly 20 years ago.
15 Fast-Growing Chain Restaurants Poised to Be Everywhere in 2025
You're about to get a whole lot more options for burritos, steak and brunch.
Popular Veggies From Walmart Recalled ‘Out of an Abundance of Caution’
One particular vegetable has caused multiple recalls in recent months.
I Finally Figured Out Why People Hang Pickles on Their Christmas Trees
The story behind the pickle ornament tradition is as mysterious and unusual as the ornament itself.
Cop Rides Kid’s Bike to Chase Down Theft Suspect On The Run
Video shared by the department shows the moment the officer catches up to the suspect while riding a neon green bike.
50 Wild Photos From Snowy NFL Games Over The Years
How did some of these quarterbacks even see who they were throwing to?