You're probably spotting - and maybe squishing - spotted lanternflies everywhere these days. Julie Urban, associate professor at Penn State's entomology department, explains what to do, and why the dire predictions of widespread destruction by the invasive species might not hold true -- with some notable exceptions.

Heather Murphy, reporter covering travel for The New York Times, shares insights from her reporting on this summer's persisting travel disruptions and answers listeners' questions about how to avoid them.

The MTA has released its environmental assessment of the proposal to toll cars entering Manhattan south of 60th St. ("congestion pricing"), adding details to the long-discussed plan. Stephen Nessen, transportation reporter for the WNYC Newsroom, reviews the report and the proposed toll amounts which range from $9 off-peak to $23 during rush hours.

Brigid Bergin, WNYC's senior political correspondent, recaps the debate she moderated for the Democratic candidates in New York's 10th Congressional district.

The Inflation Reduction Act promises tax incentives for people to install solar panels. Noah Ginsburg, co-director of programs at Solar One, explains the benefits of solar, and how to access it.