"Chicago's Viral 'Rat Hole' Sensation: When Has It Gone Too Far?"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A rat-shaped hole in a Chicago sidewalk has caused chaos in the neighborhood, attracting thousands of visitors and resulting in calls to the police. The viral frenzy has led to loud gatherings, vandalism, and privacy invasion for the residents, prompting discussions about removing the sidewalk slab containing the hole. Despite the neighborhood's initial amusement, the situation has escalated, with people attempting to capitalize on the hole's fame by selling merchandise and making offerings at a makeshift shrine.