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
Target Using ‘Weirdly Hot’ Santa to Lure Shoppers for Holidays
This isn't your typical jolly ol' St. Nick who has a tummy that shakes like a bowlful of jelly with each laugh
Own This Measuring Cup? You Could Be Getting a Check in The Mail
A recent settlement means checks coming in the mail to people who bought a specific glass measuring cup.
Low-Fare Airline With Nearly 90 Destinations Files for Bankruptcy; Here’s What Happens Next
The company has announced what happens next as far as flights and loyalty points.
7 Most Forgotten Thanksgiving Shopping List Items (According to an Ex-Grocery Worker)
With so many menu items, it's easy to forget things when shopping for Thanksgiving dinner. Here is what one former grocery worker says people most often forget.
Nearly 80,000 Vehicles Recalled for Serious ‘Risk of Crash’ Issue
Another recall in the same week involved more than 460,000 vehicles.
Nationwide Auto Parts Store Shuttering Hundreds of Locations; Here’s Why
An auto parts retailer with thousands of stores across the U.S. has announced plans to close locations as it attempt to improve its business.
Walmart Might Let Customers Unlock Those Annoying Anti-Theft Cases
Here's how you can do it with your phone.
Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Butter Recalled and Some People Can’t Believe The Reason
The massive recall was announced by the FDA and includes two different variations of the same brand of butter.
Thanksgiving Day Football ‘Ruins’ the Holiday: Untold History Behind the Tradition
It's as much of a tradition as turkey on Thanksgiving Day, but why do we watch football after eating a hearty meal?
Red Lobster Wants to Win You Back With This New Menu; You Going?
New food items and a shrinking menu are coming to a Red Lobster near you.
Your Mom Was Wrong About Catching a Cold From Wet Hair in Winter
The myth is one of several when it comes to catching colds.
Burger King Forever Banned in This City Due to Obscure Court Case
The ruling was made in the 1960s and still holds up today.