The city that ended Chicago’s rat reign is still No. 1
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 2:53 PM · 1 min read
Los Angeles has once again been named the rattiest city in America, topping Orkin’s annual pest control rankings for the second consecutive year, according to national coverage by USA TODAY.