Scientists determine that Chicago's "Splatatouille" actually a squirrel

At some point in the late 20th or early 21st century, some poor creature died and fell into wet concrete in Chicago. The impression left behind, worthy of a Looney Tunes cartoon, was dubbed the 'Chicago rat hole' or 'Splatatouille.' The perfectly preserved silhouette went viral after a January 2024 tweet, and residents began leaving offerings of cheese, coins, and candles. — Read the rest
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