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  USA TODAY reports that a growing listeria outbreak tied to recalled ready-to-eat pasta products has now sickened at least 20 people, hospitalized 19, and left four dead. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) say the outbreak has spread across 15 states , with deaths reported in Illinois, Michigan, Texas, and Utah. Tragically, one pregnant woman suffered fetal loss due to the infection. Where the Products Were Sold The recalled pasta meals were distributed nationwide through major grocery retailers, including: Walmart (Marketside Linguine with Meatballs, Grilled Chicken Alfredo) Trader Joe’s (Cajun Style Blackened Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo) Kroger (Home Chef Heat & Eat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo) Albertsons/Safeway family of stores (multiple pesto and bowtie pasta salads under Ready Meals and Basil Bowtie labels) The affected products were packaged in various tray or bulk containers, marked wit...

The Food Research & Action Center reports if you rely on SNAP to put food on the table, there’s good news: October 2025 SNAP payments are expected to go out on schedule, even if the government shuts down. Here’s why: SNAP is a federal program, but each state manages its own Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system and sends payment files to vendors by mid-month. Because October benefits are technically “obligated” in September, they’re already locked in and ready to be loaded onto EBT cards. The worry is what happens after October. If a shutdown drags on and the USDA doesn’t give states the green light to send out November’s payment files, families could see delays or interruptions in their benefits. That would create major hardships for households and put stress on grocery stores and communities that depend on consistent SNAP spending. For now, SNAP households should feel confident about October benefits arriving as usual. But the longer Congress stalls, the more uncertain t...

We’re used to internet outages lasting a few hours after a storm, but what if the internet went down everywhere — indefinitely? Experts warn that regional or even nationwide blackouts caused by cyberattacks, grid failures, or system breakdowns are not a matter of if but when . For emergency managers , that warning carries real implications for communities. FEMA data shows that 57% of Americans admit they aren’t prepared for a major disaster. That lack of readiness extends to critical areas like food access . When internet or power goes down, families lose the ability to: Order groceries or essentials online. Pay digitally for food, gas, or water. Access real-time supply chain alerts about shortages. Coordinate distribution of food to vulnerable populations. Security analyst Robert Siciliano urges Americans to rethink the word “prepper” and instead see backup food, water, and power as standard emergency planning. Former Air Force emergency manager Sean Gold agrees, no...

As the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, there's nothing better than diving into some fall-themed goodies that won't break the bank. Southern Living recently rounded up some of the best seasonal finds hitting ALDI shelves this October.  All eight festive snacks and pantry staples come in at less than $5, making it easy to celebrate fall without overspending. Here’s the full list of spooky-and-sweet ALDI treats they highlighted: Reggano Halloween Pasta – $2.29 Mama Cozzi’s Halloween Ghost Pizza – $4.99 Southern Grove Halloween Trail Mix – $4.89 Emporium Selection Halloween Cheese Assortment – $4.49 Priano Butternut Squash or Pumpkin Ravioli – $3.69 La Colombe Pumpkin Spice Draft Latte – $2.59 Berryhill Creamy Caramel Dip – $3.49 Benton’s Maple Leaf Crème Cookies – $3.49 From pumpkin-flavored sweets to spooky Halloween delights, ALDI's got you covered. Their wide selection means there's something for everyone without compromising on taste or price...