Listeria outbreak possibly linked to pasta meals leaves 4 dead, expands to 15 states

Listeria outbreak possibly linked to pasta meals leaves 4 dead, expands to 15 states

Four people are dead and nearly two dozen were hospitalized due to a listeria outbreak connected to recalled ready-to-eat products sold nationwide at Walmart, Trader Joe's, Kroger and Albertsons stores, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)announced. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially reported a recall involving prepared pasta mealson Thursday, Sept. 25, while investigating an outbreak of listeria monocytogenes contamination, which can cause listeriosis and listeria poisoning. The federal agencies expanded the food safety alert this week, reporting the outbreak isnow known to have occurred in 15 states, with a total of 20 confirmed infections as of Sept. 30. Here's what to know about the updated recall, including which states have reported related listeriosis cases. Consumer Reports, the nonprofit known for testing and monitoring consumer-facing policy and products, releasedits annual risky food reportin April, naming the 10 foods of 2024 that were subject to the most recalls and/or associated with the largest illness outbreaks. USA TODAYbroke it down furtheron a what-you-need-to-know basis. The listeria outbreak wasfirst announced in June, when the CDC began investigating reports of illness. As of Sept. 30, there were 20 confirmed cases of listeria poisoning linked to the outbreak, theCDC reported. Of those, 19 people were hospitalized, and four died. In one case, a pregnant woman experienced fetal loss as a result of a related infection. In addition to Utah, deaths took place in Illinois, Michigan and Texas. Associated infections were confirmed in the following states: California (2 cases), Florida (1 case), Illinois (1 case), Indiana (1 case), Louisiana (2 cases), Michigan (2 cases), Minnesota (1 case), Missouri (1 case), Nevada (1 case), North Carolina (1 case), Ohio (1 case), South Carolina (1 case), Texas (3 cases), Utah (1 case) and Virginia (1 case). The numbers are onlythe known casesand likely do not represent the full extent of the outbreak, according to the CDC. Ready-to-eat pasta products were sold atWalmart, Trader Joe's,Kroger and Albertsonsstores nationwide. Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs & Marinara Sauce: Sold in 12-ounce clear plastic tray packages with best-by dates of Sept. 22, Sept. 24, Sept. 25, Sept. 29, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 2025; establishment number EST. 50784 or EST. 47718 inside the USDA mark of inspection. Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine: Sold in 12.3, 12.5 and 32.8-ounce tray packages with best-by dates of June 19, June 26 and June 27, 2025, or prior; establishment number EST. P-50784, EST. P-47770 or EST. P-47718 printed inside the USDA mark of inspection. "Walmart and Sam's Club are committed to the health and safety of our customers and members and to providing products that are safe and compliant, all supported by our health and wellness, product safety, and food safety professionals,"Walmart wroteon its website. Trader Joe's Cajun Style Blackened Chicken Breast Fettuccine Alfredo: Sold in 16-ounce plastic tray packages with best-by dates of Sept. 20, Sept. 24 and Sept. 27, 2025; establishment number P-45288 inside the USDA mark of inspection. "We are issuing this guidance in an abundance of caution because testing of another brand with a shared ingredient source indicated this product may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes," Trader Joe's said in astatement. Home Chef Heat & Eat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: Sold in 12.5-ounce tray packages with best-by date of June 19, 2025, or prior; establishment numbers EST. P-50784, EST. P-47770 or EST. P-47718 printed on the side of the packaging inside the USDA mark of inspection; sold at Kroger stores. Ready Meals Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 27133000000; best-by dates from Sept. 13 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Albertsons and Safeway locations in Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota and Wyoming. Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 29492100000; best-by dates from Sept. 13 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Albertsons and Safeway locations in Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota and Wyoming. Ready Meals Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 27133000000; best-by dates from Sept. 8 through Sept. 26, 2025; distributed at Albertsons, Pavilions, Safeway and Vons locations in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Utah. Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 29492100000; best-by dates from Sept. 8 through Sept. 26, 2025; distributed at Albertsons, Pavilions, Safeway and Vons locations in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Utah. Ready Meals Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 27133000000; best-by dates from Sept. 20 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Albertsons, Randalls and Tom Thumb locations in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 29492100000; best-by dates from Sept. 20 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Albertsons, Randalls and Tom Thumb locations in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 21649200000; best-by dates from Sept. 11 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Safeway, Andronico's Community Markets, Vons and Pak 'N Save locations in California, Hawaii and Nevada. Grilled Chicken & Basil Pasta Extra Large: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 21303500000; best-by dates from Sept. 18 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Carrs-Safeway, Eagle and Safeway locations in Alaska. Ready Meals Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 29130800000; best-by dates from Sept. 18 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at Carrs-Safeway, Eagle and Safeway locations in Alaska. Ready Meals Spinach Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 21142600000; best-by dates from Sept. 16 through Sept. 26, 2025; distributed at United, Amigos, Market Street and Albertsons Market locations in New Mexico and Texas. Ready Meals Basil Bowtie Pasta Salad: Sold in bulk packages labeled with product code 21191300000; best-by dates from Sept. 16 through Sept. 29, 2025; distributed at United, Amigos, Market Street and Albertsons Market locations in New Mexico and Texas. Both the CDC and FDA advise returning affected products to the place of purchase for a refund or tossing them in the trash. Wash and sanitize bowls, cups, storage containers and other surfaces that may have come into contact with the recalled products. Always thoroughly wash your hands after handling and preparing food, especially raw or uncooked products. Listeria poisoningis a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium listeria monocytogenes, according to the CDC. It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems and pregnant women. Per the CDC, symptoms include: Fever Muscle aches Headache Stiff neck Confusion Loss of balance Convulsions Diarrhea Other gastrointestinal symptoms Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery and/or life-threatening infection of newborn infants Death Those in higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care, according to the CDC. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Trader Joe's, Walmart pasta meals possibly linked to listeria deaths

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FAA would furlough 11,000 employees in US government shutdown

FAA would furlough 11,000 employees in US government shutdown

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Transportation Department said on Tuesday more than 11,000 employees at the Federal Aviation Administration will be furloughed if government funding lapses at midnight. U.S. airlines have warned that a partial federal government shutdown could strain American aviation and slow flights, as air traffic controllers and security officers would be forced to work without pay and other functions would be halted. The Transportation Department said the FAA would continue to hire air traffic controllers, and field training of controllers would continue. During prior government shutdowns, the FAA suspended hiring and most training of air traffic controllers. More than 13,000 current controllers would be required to continue working, but would not be paid until the shutdown ended, the FAA said. The FAA has about 45,000 employees. In total, the Transportation Department would furlough 12,200 employees out of 53,717, including the FAA. The FAA also said certification activities would continue for operational safety functions of commercial airplanes and engines, as well as commercial space launch oversight and licensing. (Reporting by David Shepardson; Editing by Leslie Adler)

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Kremlin says it hopes Trump's Gaza peace plan is implemented

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -The Kremlin said on Tuesday that it hoped that U.S. PresidentDonald Trump's Gaza peace plan was implemented and a Russian diplomat offered further support in a call with a senior official of the Palestinian Authority. Trump secured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's backing on Monday for a U.S.-sponsored peace proposal to end the nearly two-year-old war in Gaza, but questions loomed over whether Hamas would accept the plan. In a call with reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said: "Russia always supports and welcomes any efforts by Trump aimed at ending the tragedy that is currently unfolding." He added: "And, of course, we want this plan to be implemented and for it to help bring events in the Middle East to a peaceful conclusion." Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Vershinin later told Palestinian Authority Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh by telephone that Russia supported "any steps that will facilitate an end to the bloodshed," the Russian Foreign Ministry said. "Hope was expressed that successful implementation of the new U.S. initiative will allow for a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza, the liberation of hostages and detainees and unhindered supplies of humanitarian aid into the area," the ministry said. Moscow, it said, stood by a solution which provided for the "creation of an independent State of Palestine coexisting in peace and harmony with Israel." Russia has been critical of Israel's military operations in Gaza over the last two years amid a deepening alignment between Moscow and Israel's archrival, Iran. Moscow has long said that a two-state solution is the only way to settle the conflict in the Middle East. (Reporting by Dmitry Antonov, Writing by Felix LightEditing by Ron Popeski, Andrew Osborn and Matthew Lewis)

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Jimmy Kimmel Kicks Off String of Brooklyn Shows with Joke on Trump's Call to Release the Amelia Earhart Files

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Jimmy Kimmel kicked off his first of five shows from Brooklyn on Monday, Sept. 29 Ryan Reynolds, Josh Johnson and Public Enemy joined him for the first 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' show at the Brooklyn Academy of Music During his monologue, Kimmel joked about President Donald Trump ordering his administration to declassify files about Amelia Earhart Jimmy Kimmelhas arrived in New York City. The late-night host, 57, kicked off a week's worth ofJimmy Kimmel Live!tapings from his native Brooklyn on Monday, Sept. 29. Hosting the show on the opposite side of the country from where he usually tapes it — at the El Capitan Theater in L.A. — has become something of a tradition for Kimmel, and this year marks his seventh time hosting from the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Ryan Reynolds, Josh Johnson andPublic Enemyjoined the late-night host for his East Coast first show. Kimmel's opening monologue featured more jokes at the expense of PresidentDonald Trumpand his administration, including a joke aboutTrump's surprise decision last week to order his administration to declassify recordsaboutAmelia Earhart's disappearance. The aviator disappeared on July 2, 1937 while attempting to become the first woman to fly across the globe. "The president has been hard at work coming up with all sorts of nonsense to distract us fromthe Epstein files," Kimmel joked before sharing Trump's announcement on the Earhart files. "Unless her final flight was to Epstein's island, no one cares," Kimmel said. "At least he made it to the E's in the files. That's progress." Kimmel also skewered the New York Mets,New York City Mayor Eric Adamsand Vice PresidentJD Vancein his monologue. Steve Sands/New York Newswire/BACKGRID Other guests for his upcoming Brooklyn shows includeStephen Colberton Tuesday,Emily Blunton Wednesday,Jeremy Allen WhiteandBruce Springsteenon Thursday andTom Hanksfor the final show on Friday. In his final monologue from L.A. before crossing the country,Kimmel joked that the show has to "stay on the move so the FCC can't get us." Kimmel's string of Brooklyn shows comes just six days afterhis show returned to the air—though not everywhere— on Sept. 23, followinga six-day hiatus. Jimmy Kimmel Live!was pulled off the air indefinitely on Sept. 17, an ABC spokesperson confirmed to PEOPLE at the time. Sinclair, the broadcasting company that makes up the nation's largest ABC affiliate group, then confirmed it would be "preempting" the show across its channels. Randy Holmes/ABC via Getty The decision was the result of comments Kimmel made aboutCharlie Kirk's deathduring his Sept. 15 monologue, which Sinclair vice chairman Jason Smith called "inappropriate and deeply insensitive." "We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and doing everything they can to score political points from it. In between the finger-pointing, there was grieving," he said in the monologue. "On Friday, the White House flew the flags at half staff, which got some criticism, but on a human level, you can see how hard the president is taking this," Kimmel said, before a clip showed PresidentDonald Trumptaking questions from reporters after the shooting, one of whom asked how he was holding up after Kirk's death. "I think very good, and by the way, right there where you see all the trucks, they just started construction of the new ballroom for the White House," he said. The cameras then cut back to Kimmel, who said, "Yes, he's at the fourth stage of grief, construction." Kimmel had previously offered condolences to Kirk's family on social media, writing after his death, "Instead of the angry finger-pointing, can we just for one day agree that it is horrible and monstrous to shoot another human? On behalf of my family, we send love to the Kirks and to all the children, parents and innocents who fall victim to senseless gun violence." Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Sinclair initially boycottedJimmy Kimmel Live!when it returnedto the air on Sept. 23,as did Nexstar Media, which operates 32 ABC-affiliated stations. But as of Friday, Sept. 26,the show was broadcast on all affiliated channels for the first timesince the hiatus. Jimmy Kimmel Live!airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET on ABC. Read the original article onPeople

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“Go Back To Your Wife”: Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban’s Breakup Triggers Wild Reactions

"Go Back To Your Wife": Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban's Breakup Triggers Wild Reactions

The love story ofNicole KidmanandKeith Urbanhas come to an end after nearly two decades of marriage. Sources claimed the country singer initiated the breakup while the actress did everything she could to save their marriage. Nicole has been focusing on family "since Keith has been gone," an insider said. Image credits:Michael Buckner/Penske Media Kidman, 58, and Urban, 57, have reportedly been living apart "since the beginning of summer," according to multiple sources who spoke toTMZ. "Keith has acquired his own residence in Nashville and has moved out of their family home," they told the outlet. The sources claimed the split was one-sided, and Nicole didn't want to call off their marriage. Image credits:nicolekidman/Instagram The Oscar winning actress tried to save their relationship and is now taking care of theirtwo daughters Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14. She is "holding the family together through this difficult time since Keith has been gone," the sources said. Their separation came as a surprise to fans, but people close to the couple were aware of the situation. It "really hasn't been a secret" that the pair have "been living separately for a while now," one source toldPeople. Image credits:John Shearer/Getty Images "People close to Keith felt like the split was kind of inevitable," they added. While speaking about the separation, one source toldPage Six,"Sometimes relationships just run their course." The formerAmerican Idoljudge reportedly wanted to breakup, but Kidman "did not want the separation and was trying to save things" a source said. "She didn't want this," another source toldPeople."She has been fighting to save the marriage." Image credits:nicolekidman/Instagram Through the difficult time, Kidman's sister Antonia has reportedly been her shoulder to lean on. "Nicole's sister has been a rock, and the entire Kidman family has come together to support one another," a source told the outlet. TheBaby Girlstar and the New Zealand-born singer tied the knot in 2006. They welcomed two daughters over the years and celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary in June this year. Image credits:nicolekidman/Instagram Kidman is also a mother to daughter Bella, 32, and son Connor, 30, from herprevious marriage to Tom Cruise. "I'm so lucky that I have Keith, who's just my love, my deep, deep love," the actress toldPeoplelast year. "That gives me the ability to go and do whatever I have to do because I know where I can come back to," she added. someone light the bat signalhttps://t.co/SRGxwXdNyJpic.twitter.com/uYLE6ygpo7 — Nikko 🔜 CIFF (@NikkoCaruso)September 30, 2025 Both the stars grew up in Australia and first met on the other side of the world during the G'Day USA gala in January, 2005. They had exchanged numbers, but Kidman said it took the singer four months to give her a call. "I had such a crush on him and he wasn't interested in me. It's true!" shetold Ellen DeGeneresin 2017. "He didn't call me for four months." Image credits:nicolekidman/Instagram The year they met, Urban showed up to her apartment at 5 a.m. with gardenias in his hands for her 38th birthday. "It was my birthday, and he stood outside with gardenias at 5 a.m. on my stoop in New York," Kidman toldPeoplein 2019. "That is when I went, 'This is the man I hope I get to marry,'" she added. We're so backhttps://t.co/uqWY2aJFRFpic.twitter.com/i72jujOh8x — James (@jms_prsns)September 30, 2025 They exchanged wedding vows in a candlelit ceremony in Sydney. Kidman's childrenBella and Connor attended the ceremony, and the daughter was part of the bridal party. In June this year, Kidman shared a candid photo of them together for their anniversary with the caption: "Happy anniversary baby." The same month, Urban abruptly hung up on the hosts of an Australian radio show when they asked about seeing his wife opposite younger co-stars in films. "What does Keith Urban think when he sees his beautiful wifewith beautiful younger men like Zac Efronhaving these beautiful love scenes on TV and radio?" the show host asked. The question was followed by silence. Image credits:nicolekidman/Instagram "What just happened here?" the host asked, to which the producer said, "He's disconnected from Zoom." "He's gone, see you Keith." In July this year, Kidman submitted an application to become a resident of Portugal. Urban's name was not included in the application at the time. Netizens had strong reactions to the news of their split, with one saying, "I thinkwhen she filmed [sic]Baby Girlthat's when their marriage was over." "A Band-Aid can only stay stuck for so long," another wrote. Image credits:nicolekidman/Instagram Fans urged Urban to give their marriage another shot. "Pleaseeee don't leave your wife and break up your family….." one said. Another wrote, "Go back to your wife and work things out! Marriage is hard!" Some even dragged Jimmy Fallon into the conversation and claimed he now had a chance. The comedian had apparently blown a date with Kidman in the past. jimmy fallon has the chance to do the funniest thing ever pic.twitter.com/AWm48P9zYahttps://t.co/730ovODVrm — looms 🎧 ⋆˚✿˖° ( gen v s2 spoilers) (@lararajsgirll)September 30, 2025 "Jimmy Fallon finally has his chance," one joked, while another said, "It's Jimmy Fallon's chance." During a 2015 appearance onThe Tonight Show,Kidman said their mutual friend set her up on a date with Fallon. But the talk show host didn't realize it was a date. "I went over, and you're there in a baseball cap and, like, nothing," Kidman joked to Fallon during the show. "And you wouldn't talk. You wouldn't say anything, and then you put a video game on or something… So after about an hour and a half, I thought, 'He has no interest, this is so embarrassing … and then I was like, 'Maybe he's gay.'" 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Glen Powell is charming, but 'Chad Powers' is a football fumble

Glen Powell is charming, but 'Chad Powers' is a football fumble

"Ted Lasso" is the exception, not the rule. The Apple TV+ hit is a Hollywood oddity, not necessarily a roadmap for future series. It was based on a character created for an ad for soccer coverage on NBC, combines sports comedy with mental health, Anglophile obsession, twee romanticism and the charm of its star,Jason Sudeikis. It can't really be replicated. But it's hard not to think about "Lasso" while watching Hulu's new comedy"Chad Powers"(streaming now, ★★ out of four), a similarly monikered show that takes place within a semi-professional sports team. StarringGlen Powellas a disgraced college football player who tries a second go at the game under a fake name and a prosthetic nose "Mrs. Doubtfire"-style, "Powers" goes for irreverent and goofy, but oftentimes ends up awkward and cringe. There are moments when it feels as if the show, based on an ESPN+ short that starredEli Manningas the titular imposter, is trying directly to be an American version of "Lasso," all the sunny humor with gridirons and a bigger tolerance for profanity and lewdness. Although the potential is there, the result is deeply disappointing. Fake noses, questionable Southern accents and gay panic jokes can't make up for a show that lacks soul. "Powers" is built entirely on the back of Powell, who brings out all the smarm he drummed up for "Top Gun: Maverick" and then adds some real odiousness on top. Russ Holliday, his character's true name, is a perennial screw-up. Tabloid fodder before he even makes it out of college football, the star quarterback makes a huge mistake in a Rose Bowl game that costs him his career. Eight years later a struggling college team is holding open try outs for a quarterback, so Russ thinks he should have a go at it, in disguise. Russ invents the persona of Chad Powers, who, under a wig and prosthetics and an accent that makes everyone around him call him derogatory names for mentally disabled people, somehow makes the team. What team is that? Oh right, the South Georgia Catfish, as if there was too much subtlety already in a show in which Powell wears a prosthetic nose as big as the whole of Georgia. There are flavors of "Mrs. Doubtfire" here, but also underrated Amanda Bynes 2006 high school comedy "She's the Man" and any number of Shakespearean hidden identity foibles. It's all a little bit ludicrous and witless, and not just because, though he is handsome and stately, 36-year-old Powell does not look like he could pass for a student athlete. But in spite of this, he is a magnetic personality even when he's playing an A+ jerk ("Powers" likely has the distinction of being one of the first pieces of media to define just how sleazy its protagonist is by the fact that he drives a Cybertruck). Powell commits to both Russ and Chad in an admirable way − if only the scripts lived up to his dedication. Fall TV season is fast arriving on all your streaming services and networks, and there are dozens of shows premiering, that are new, old and something in between. As you get cozy in your sweaters and with your pumpkin spice lattes, some of the biggest shows of the decade will be returning for new seasons, new series will be trying to capture your attention and new spinoffs will try to convince you everything old is new again.First up:'NCIS: Tony & Ziva'(Paramount+, Sept. 4):Michael Weatherly (Tony) and Cote de Pablo (Ziva) return to their star-making "NCIS" roles in this spy caper spinoff featuring Isla Gie as their daughter Tali. The series also can't really develop any supporting characters around Russ/Chad to bolster the series into more than a one-joke sketch. There's Danny (Frankie A. Rodriguez), Russ' accomplice who risks his own future in the fraudulent scheme seemingly just for the fun of it, after meeting Russ one time. Ricky (Perry Mattfeld), is a female coach in a male-dominated sport trying to shrug off sexism and a "nepo baby" reputation. And head coach Jake Hudson (Steve Zahn) is trying to save his job and a failing football program with his surprise new star. There is great potential for an offbeat, bawdy comedy about one of our nation's obsessions, but "Powers" always goes for the simplistic jokes and surface-level plots. Chad can't get wet and risk his prosthetics, so the team makes fun of him. Chad has no back story so he pretends he's a homeschooled shut in. The laughs are supposed to come, but they don't. It's a shame, because football is great fodder for deep storytelling in the right context. Even the show namechecks a bunch of pop culture's football stories in its first few episodes, from "Rudy" to "Radio." If "Powers" wasn't as contrived as the character itself, maybe it could stand to be on a list with those others. As it is, it's only worth cutting from your lineup. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Glen Powell football comedy 'Chad Powers' is a flop

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2 killed, 5 wounded when man opened fire in casino parking lot in Texas, authorities say

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EAGLE PASS, Texas (AP) — Authorities on Monday were trying to determine why a man opened fire in the parking lot of a casino in a Texas border city over the weekend, killing two people and wounding at least five others. Keryan Rashad Jones, 34, was arrested during a traffic stop several hours after the shooting late Saturday night at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass, authorities said. Jones was arrested Sunday morning following a pursuit by authorities near Stockdale, which is about 180 miles (290 kilometers) east of Eagle Pass, according to the Wilson County Sheriff's Office. Jones faces two counts of capital murder and five counts of assault with a deadly weapon, Maverick County Sheriff Tom Schmerber said. It was unclear where Jones was being held and whether he had an attorney to speak on his behalf. Texas Department of Public Safety Lt. Christopher Olivarez said that what led to the shooting is still under investigation. The Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Police Department is leading the investigation and said the casino will remain closed while the investigation continues.

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