A bill that would allow the state to begin abatement measures for invasive roof rats failed in the House on Tuesday morning.

Bins meant to hold dozens of large trash bags are part of New York City's latest defense against rats. Some residents are already seeing an improvement, but others say it's not worth the amount of ...

In the 10 days since snow and ice hit the D.C. region, trash and pet poop have piled up. Officials in Virginia, Maryland and D.C. say crews are working as fast as possible to clear out streets, alleys ...

Rats are showing up in Boise backyards. A pest control expert shares how to spot them, remove them, and keep them away from your home 🐀 ...

A parasitic worm capable of infecting the human brain has established local transmission in California for the first time, ...

Dave Carlin has covered major national news stories and events in the past four decades including Superstorm Sandy and its tri-state impacts, Hurricane Hugo in South Carolina and Iniki on Kauai, ...

A neurological disease spread by rats and other animals may have become established in San Diego County.