infestation

Illinoisans have known for years that Chicago has an over-supply of vermin and pests, although the majority of us probably thought most of them were elected officials.

We're not talking about rats who tell the Feds where the bribe money came from, or the inflatables that unions set up outside businesses that attract their ire.

I'm sure the red-and-black insects hanging around your home (or workplace) need no introduction, but just in case, please say hello to Boisea trivittata, also known as the box elder bug.