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
20 Marlboro Miles Rewards Determined Smokers Earned in the ’90s
Here are 20 Marlboro Miles rewards smokers were able to earn in the 1990s if they bought enough cigarettes.
Big Changes Coming to Massively Popular Health and Beauty Chain
Everything you can expect to find in Sephora after it gets a makeover in the coming years.
Movie Theater Tells Customers to Bring Their Own Popcorn Buckets; The Results Were Hilarious
From coolers to wheelbarrows here are some of the best photos from Cinemark's bring your own popcorn events around the U.S.
TikTok Ban: How Your Local Congress Members Voted
Here is how each member of Congress voted on the way to banning TikTok.
13 Big-Name Chains That Are Closing or Have Closed Locations in 2025
The list of chains that have closed locations or have plans to shutter stores later in 2025 continues to grow at a rapid pace.
Did a Rival Grocery Store Just Throw Shade at Walmart Over New Logo?
Walmart has a new logo and at least one of its competitors has taken to social media to call out the chain.
Walmart Debuts New Logo, Inspired By … A Trucker Hat?
Walmart has unveiled a whole new look complete with an updated logo inspired by some notable headwear.
Burger King Forever Banned in This City Due to Obscure Court Case
The ruling was made in the 1960s and still holds up today.
McDonald’s Closing Some Spinoff Restaurants; Here’s What They’re Opening Instead
McDonald's is ditching some of its CosMc's spinoff restaurants meant to capture a larger share of the drink market.
The Smallest Cities In All 50 States: Ghost Towns, Bars and Magnificent Views
Here's what life looks like in the smallest city in each state.
Once-Popular Arts and Crafts Store Closing Locations Following Bankruptcy
The chain exited bankruptcy last year, but it looks like some stores might close.
15 Beloved Foods Americans Mistakenly Believe They Invented
Sorry, even apple pie isn't actually American.
Her Clothes Dryer Wasn’t Working, But Then She Found THIS in the Lint Trap
Viral video shows moment woman discovers something she didn't know about her dryer that almost put her at extreme risk.
These Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Will be Gone For Good After This Year
You might need to stock up this year, because at least two Girl Scout flavors are about to be no more.
Real Names of Current and Former WWE Superstars; How Many Do You Know?
See if you can guess who is using a fictitious name and who is keeping it real.