Alfalfa sprouts have been linked to a multi-state outbreak of E. coli and salmonella that has sickened dozens of people across the United States, including cases in Minnesota and Wisconsin, prompting federal officials to investigate. The FDA and CDC are involved, with reports citing illnesses in 15 states and more than 55 cases nationwide, some suppliers named as sources, and at least two people found to be infected with both E. coli and salmonella simultaneously.
The New York Times gives a brief, national-scope framing, citing FDA involvement, 15 states affected, and noting the unusual co-infection of two people with both salmonella and E. coli, without naming specific brands or states.
No centrist outlet in our set has published this story.
The Washington Times (via AP) provides the most detailed, state-by-state breakdown (Minnesota, Wisconsin) with specific bacterial strains and an expert quote on the unusual dual-pathogen nature of the outbreak; Breitbart runs a short wire-style item emphasizing a pattern of 'foodborne illnesses' sickening 'Midwesterners' this summer, both naming the Minnesota grower and sticking to regional case counts rather than a national CDC/FDA tally.