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
If You’re Hiking in the Woods and Hear This Sound, Don’t Panic
Was it footsteps? Someone drumming?
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.
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.
Is it Illegal to Burn Money Even if It Belongs to You?
Burning, tearing, gluing and other forms of destruction to money could have you looking at jail time if you're not familiar with the law.
How Not to Get Sick From Eating Easter Eggs This Year
Sure, hunting for Easter eggs can be a fun activity. It's considerably less fun when you leave your eggs out for too long.
BEWARE: Dangerous Counterfeit Solar Eclipse Glasses Could Cause Severe Eye Damage
Scientists warn the wrong glasses could lead to permanent eye damage.
Why the Deadliest Animal in the World Will be Worse This Year
Sorry, but 2024 isn't going to be your year when it comes to avoiding the deadliest animal in the world.
The Important Reason Some Walmart Employees Wear Yellow Name Tags
Ever noticed some Walmart workers have different colors on their name tags? Here's why...
Wendy’s Not Raising Prices at Busiest Times; Now Offering Cheap Burgers
The company has clarified its plans for menu pricing saying it never mentioned "surge pricing."
Meet the Cast of the Upcoming ‘Saturday Night Live’ Movie ‘SNL 75′
The movie will explore the early years of the famous sketch comedy show.
Widespread AT&T Outage Affecting Thousands of Users Across U.S.
The issue also is affecting customers' ability to call 911.
North Carolina Students Celebrate Goal-Busting Cereal Drive with Epic TikTok Video
It took 5 hours to set this up and only 3 minutes for it to come crashing down.