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
Stop Crushing Aluminum Cans When Recycling; Here’s Why
Crushing aluminum cans and flattening plastic bottles when recycling can do more harm than good in some cases.
10 Energy Drink Flavors That are Likely Going Away; Is Your Favorite on The List?
Two of the biggest energy drink brands will reportedly eliminate some familiar flavors.
Correct Way to Sit in Adirondack Chairs; How Did I Not Know This?
A recent popular theory has people rethinking how they sit in Adirondack chairs.
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.
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.
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.