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
15 New Menu Items Coming to Your Favorite Fast Food Chains
From sandwiches served on pickles to turducken burritos, here are what some of the most popular fast food joints are serving up in the coming months.
Every State Where Alcohol is Still Banned on Election Day
Bans were put in place after alcohol was used to influence undecided voters.
Everyone’s Favorite ‘Simpsons’ Meme is Becoming an Adorable Chia Pet
One of the most popular memes/GIFs is getting the Chia Pet treatment.
Taco Bell Pulling Several Menu Items at Some Locations in Coming Days
It might be time to say goodbye to these menu items that likely won't be coming back anytime soon.
150 Denny’s Restaurants Gone for Good By End of 2025
It's been a string of rough months for Denny's as it now has plans to shutdown several locations.
Average Walmart + Target Shopping Times Will Have You Rethinking Your Next Visit
New report shows how much time people typically spend in some of the largest retail stores.
50 Quirky Town Names You Need to Find On a U.S. Map Right Now
We combed through list after list of the oddest, strangest and somewhat naughty-sounding town names in every state to create a definitive collection complete with unbelievable facts about each location.
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.
15 Beloved Foods Americans Mistakenly Believe They Invented
Sorry, even apple pie isn't actually American.
What It Means if You See a McDonald’s With Black Arches Instead of Yellow
Just when you thought all arches were "golden."
7 Awful Grilling Habits You Should Stop Before You Ruin Your Next Cookout
Seriously, you need to stop doing these things before no one shows up the next time you invite people over for a cookout.
Slipknot’s Clown Rates the Masks of Other Famous Bands on ‘Hot Ones Versus’ Episode
The mask rating was part of Slipknot band members' recent appearance on "Hot Ones Versus."
Want to Get Married At Taco Bell? Here’s What Your Ceremony Will Look Like
They even have a sauce packet garter and matching bow tie.
Earth Is Getting a Second Moon; Here’s What’s Causing This Odd Phenomenon
The second moon will last through most of November.
Why TGI Fridays Are Closing and What it Means For the Chain’s Future
Some locations have closed while others have been put up for sale.
8 New Halloween Candy Offerings You Need to Hand Out This Year
Halloween 2024 looks to be another big year for companies to get creative with new flavors of classic products along with some tie-ins to well-known franchises.