A restaurant charges extra for 'loud kids.'

Sweet treats may contain heavy metals. A manhunt for the Maine suspect enters day 3. October 27, 2023 | [VIEW IN BROWSER](   THIS IS TODAY October 27, 2023 | [VIEW IN BROWSER]( THIS IS TODAY Hundreds of law enforcement officers are searching across multiple states for the suspected gunman in the mass shooting in Maine that left 18 people dead. Plus, a restaurant that charges extra if children are unruly, and our 31-day Start TODAY cross-training challenge for November.   The Latest   [A multistate manhunt continues for the Maine mass shooting suspect.]( A [multistate manhunt]( is underway for an Army reservist suspected of being the gunman behind the mass shooting at a bowling alley and a bar in Lewiston, Maine, on Wednesday night that left 18 people dead. Residents of Lewiston and nearby Auburn have been urged by officials to shelter in place, and many schools and businesses remain closed as the manhunt continues. Meanwhile, the father of one victim told NBC News' Lester Holt that hearing from police that his [son was a hero]( who tried to stop the gunman "made it worse." Above, law enforcement officers are seen outside the home of suspect Robert Card's father and brother. [Here's the latest](.   [🍫 These popular chocolate products may contain unsafe levels of heavy metals, study finds.]( [A study published in Consumer Reports]( tested 48 chocolate products from major retailers and specialty brands and[found the heavy metals lead and cadmium in every one](, including 16 products that exceeded levels of concern. Long-term exposure to cadmium can cause cancer, while exposure to lead can lead to neurological issues. Consumer Reports detailed 11 products, from brands like Hershey's and Starbucks, with the highest levels of cadmium and lead, and 10 products with safer levels. The National Confectioners Association, an industry trade group, countered by saying the products are fine to consume. [Learn more.](   [😭 A restaurant added a $50 surcharge to a family’s bill because of ‘loud’ kids.]( If the bill seems abnormally high at this [Georgia restaurant](, it might be because the staff thinks your children are too hyper. The menus at the Toccoa Riverside Restaurant spell it all out with a warning: “Adult surcharge: For adults unable to parent $$$.” One couple who recently dined there with a big group of adults and kids thought everyone had been well-behaved, but they were slapped with a [$50 fee for the kids being "too loud"]( and "running around outside." "(He) told us that we belonged at Burger King and not at his restaurant," mom Lyndsey Landmann said. An employee told TODAY.com it's a policy they've had for years. [Is it justified? Weigh in here](.   [🧟 No time to plan your Halloween costume? These options are easy and under $25.]( If you're scrambling for a last-minute costume to wear on Halloween, we have [16 simple ideas with items you can grab at Target or on Amazon](, all for under $25. From classics like cat ears and witch hats to a "Barbie"-themed shirt and butterfly wings, you don't have to be the person doing the "I'm dressed up as me" routine all night. And if you're into themes, we also also have costume [ideas for the whole family.](       Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. Get a jump on our new [31-day cross-training challenge for November]( that will give your daily walk a boost and help you increase your speed. The challenge incorporates full-body cross-training exercises like calf raises, squats, bicycle crunches and pushups to engage muscles that support you on your regular walks or runs. TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour demonstrates each move to help make sure you get the proper form. [See the challenge here](.   What's for dinner?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Put that fresh fall produce to use in a light and easy meal with this[butternut squash and arugula salad]( from recipe developer Lauren Salkeld. Toss the butternut squash with olive oil and maple syrup and roast until tender before adding some hazelnuts and chickpeas. The warm, homey dish also makes a perfect side for Thanksgiving dinner. [Get the recipe](.   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. When Halloween rolls around every year, you can bet Jeremy Miller has one of the coolest costumes in the neighborhood. Jeremy, who has spina bifida and uses a wheelchair, has been everything from Marty McFly in his DeLorean (above) to Captain Jack Sparrow on his pirate ship. And it's all thanks to the craftsmanship of his father, Ryan, who [makes custom costumes for Jeremy that incorporate his wheelchair](. "These accessible costumes make it that much easier for parents to give their kids a special experience," Ryan told us. [See more photos of Jeremy's creative costumes](.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you again tomorrow morning. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Invite a friend to[subscribe here]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [Manage Subscriptions]( | [Unsubscribe](listvar=sub_today) | [Privacy]( | [Contact]( [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT](