Consider This: Cities tackle rats with electronic traps, carbon monoxide and birth control

Northeastern cities are battling a swelling rat population. In Boston alone, rat and rodent complaints climbed 48% from 2019 to 2021, according to the city's 311 data.

Consider This cohost Darryl C. Murphy speaks with WBUR reporter Walter Wuthmann about local officials' innovative approach to rodent control.