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
The Waffle House Storm Center is Real and the Feds are Taking Notice
Waffle House's storm center is gaining recognition among government officials.
Largest Barbecue Chain in U.S. Quietly Shuttering Locations
The chain once had more than 500 locations, but not after this year.
7 Wild Facts About McDonald’s Chicken Big Mac Sandwich
What do the call the center part of a Big Mac bun? How many pickles are on each sandwich?
What You Should Absolutely Never Do If Attacked By a Bear in the Woods
You may think you don't need tips to survive a bear attack until you're actually staring down a 600-pound grizzly in the woods.
Pizza Hut to Allow All Ages to Participate In Book It! Reading Program
The long-running reading program has been around for 40 years.
Spirit Halloween Locations To Sell Christmas Items + Become Christmas Stores
The company has already announced which cities will be the first to get Spirit Christmas stores.
‘Wanted’ Sheep Finally Captured by Police After Obeying Stop Signs
Gotta respect a sheep that obeys the rules of the road.
Own This Measuring Cup? You Could Be Getting Some Extra Cash
A recent settlement means checks coming in the mail to people who bought a specific glass measuring cup.
Creepy ‘Halloween’ Theme Song Has Baby Dancing in Hilarious Viral Video
Most babies would be scared of the song. Not this one.
15 Beloved Foods Americans Mistakenly Believe They Invented
Sorry, even apple pie isn't actually American.