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Apr 07, 2023

Dispatches From A Rainy Rat Abatement In Northwest D.C.

Ever wondered how D.C. eradicates an infestation? Well, this is at least how they try.

Jan 26, 2021

Here’s The Story Behind That Mural Featuring Ratzilla Fighting For D.C. Statehood

Adams Morgan resident Suzanne Allan wanted to send a message about D.C. statehood — and what better messenger than the city’s notorious rats?

Apr 28, 2020

Amid Recent Tough Times, Local Rats Might Turn To Cannibalism

And that’s the good news.

Feb 26, 2019

‘Rat Tunnels’ Forced Crooked Beat Records Out Of The District. Now High Rents Are Keeping Them Out

“It was a city within a city under the store.”

Sep 10, 2018

Let This Fire Alarm-Pulling Rat Be Your Monday Inspiration

What a go-getter!

Jul 06, 2018

Woman Recounts Unprovoked Rat Attack In Dupont

“The taunting noise it made is reverberating in my brain.”

May 04, 2017

Oh Rats! New Bill Wants To Address ‘Rodent Syndicates’ In D.C.

The bill puts the onus on businesses to curb the problem.

Sep 29, 2016

D.C. Teams Up With NPS To Tackle Rat Infestations In National Parks

Residents can now call 311 to report rodent sightings, and the health department says it’ll respond swiftly.

Sep 23, 2015

Department of Public Works Will Host An Online Dead/Hazardous Animal Summit

“It’s rat nesting season,” they kindly informed us.

May 26, 2015

Department of Public Works Will Host An Online Rat Summit

D.C. vs. rats, round ?

 
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