A Wisconsin mom’s warning about a common Halloween treat
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 11:38 PM · 1 min read
A Wisconsin mother is issuing a urgent safety warning to parents after her 11-month-old baby boy tragically died following a local Halloween gathering, according to initial reporting by NBC Chicago. Kisha Avita-Wilson shared that her young son, affectionately known to loved ones as “Baby Don,” passed away just two days shy of celebrating his first birthday.