Chicago's Viral 'Rat Hole' Restored by Residents After Being Filled In

The unusual landmark, believed by some to be the imprint of a squirrel, has become a symbol of community spirit in the city's Roscoe Village neighborhood.

The 'Chicago Rat Hole', a rat-shaped indentation in a sidewalk in the city's Roscoe Village neighborhood, has become a viral sensation, attracting visitors and inspiring tributes.
The hole was filled in with a substance resembling plaster or concrete by an unknown individual, sparking outrage among fans and prompting residents to restore it.
The 'rat hole' has been a feature of the neighborhood for nearly two decades, and some residents believe it was actually made by a squirrel, not a rat.
Despite its unusual nature, the 'rat hole' has been embraced as a symbol of Chicago's culture and community spirit, with some even referring to it as a 'landmark'.
State Rep. Ann Williams and Chicago Bulls mascot Bennie the Bull are among the notable figures who have visited the site.