Virgin Mary on underpass wall

Dozens of people have gathered near a Chicago motorway to see what they believe is an image of the Virgin Mary on the underpass wall, after a motorist reported seeing the image in a large yellow and concrete stain last week.

To some who saw it, the image appeared as a white outline of the Holy Mother's face wearing a shadowy cloak.

To others, it looked like an ivory pawn from a game of chess. Police have put up temporary barricades to prevent people from driving and parking in the area.

In November 2004, a piece of popcorn shaped like the Virgin Mary was auctioned on eBay. A Canadian woman also said she saw the Blessed Mother and baby Jesus on a Lay's Smokey Bacon Chip.