E. coli concerns prompt beef recall in 9 states.

Elkhorn Valley Packing has recalled 3,436 pounds of boneless beef chuck product over concerns it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O103. The affected beef was packed on Feb. 16 and shipped to nine states, including Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The USDA advises the safe preparation of fresh and frozen raw meat products, adding that ground beef should only be consumed if cooked to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. So far, there have been no confirmed reports of illness or other adverse reactions.