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Kulsoom Khan is a multimedia journalist based in the Greater Chicago area in the U.S. Kulsoom has worked with the Chicago Tribune, AFP TV, Voice of America and China Radio International. She has over 10 years experience in print, digital, and broadcast platforms in both local and national newsrooms in Pennsylvania, New York, and Washington D.C. Among other news outlets, she has also worked for the Times Leader, PBS Newshour, MSNBC, and the Associated Press assisting with election coverage for the 2016 presidential primaries and general election, the 2018 midterms, and the 2020 primaries and general election. Kulsoom also served as a research assistant for “The Voice of America: Lowell Thomas and the Invention of 20th-Century Journalism”, a biography and winner of the 2018 Sperber Prize. In 2014, she reported on the one-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon Bombings from Boston and the growing Latino community in New Orleans as part of a special project sponsored by New York University’s Reporting The Nation graduate program. Kulsoom is specifically interested in how politics and international conflicts affect people as well as human rights, terrorism and immigrant communities. Regardless of the medium or the topic, storytelling is an art and she hopes to do it justice through her endeavors.
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'We have to win this war': Local woman supports Ukrainian soldiers with medical supplies, winter gear
Iryna Kilyk, a Palatine resident originally from Ukraine, has been collecting medical supplies and winter gear for Ukrainian soldiers since the war began in 2022. She has gathered items worth over $150,000 and personally traveled to Ukraine nine times to distribute them. Kilyk focuses on soldiers, believing that their ability to hold the frontline is crucial. She includes personal notes in the packages and plans to continue her efforts until the war ends.
How to navigate the holidays with babies as multiple respiratory viruses spread rapidly
Pediatrician Dr. Shelly Vaziri Flais of Pediatric Health Associates and Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and author of parenting books, advises parents on how to protect babies from respiratory viruses like COVID, RSV, and flu during the holidays. She emphasizes the importance of handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals, and the benefits of vaccinations for infants over 6 months. Dr. Flais also discusses the scarcity of the RSV vaccine and suggests that parents may need to prevent others from kissing their babies or consider skipping holiday gatherings to ensure their infants' safety.
Things to consider when dressing up babies for Halloween
Dr. Shelly Vaziri Flais, a pediatrician with the American Academy of Pediatrics, offers practical advice for parents dressing their babies for Halloween. She emphasizes the importance of choosing warm, simple, and budget-friendly costumes, considering Chicago's variable October weather. Parents should avoid choking hazards, ensure costumes are flame-resistant, and opt for well-fitting shoes for early walkers. Simple one-piece outfits are recommended for ease of diaper changes and overall comfort.
How to navigate the holidays with babies as multiple respiratory viruses spread rapidly
As the holiday season approaches, parents with babies should be cautious due to the rise of multiple respiratory viruses such as COVID, RSV, and flu. Dr. Shelly Vaziri Flais, a pediatrician, offers advice on how to protect infants, emphasizing the importance of handwashing, vaccination, and avoiding gatherings if symptomatic. RSV is particularly dangerous for infants, potentially leading to severe respiratory issues. Vaccinations for flu and COVID are recommended for infants 6 months and older, while the RSV vaccine is advised but currently in limited supply. Parents are encouraged to make informed decisions about social interactions and to monitor their babies closely for symptoms of illness.
Police still investigating after body found in Plains Township shed
Investigators are continuing to examine the site where human remains were found in a shed that caught fire in Plains Township. The remains were discovered by firefighters in the East Mountain Ridge Mobile Home Park. State Police, Plains Township police, the Luzerne County district attorney, and coroner’s offices are involved in the investigation. A local resident, Ed Fronzoni, mentioned that the nearby home had been abandoned for six months and noted that police are frequently called to the trailer park.
Jeep flips in Hanover Twp. accident
A woman and a 5-year-old child were involved in a two-vehicle crash near Exit 2 off Route 29 in Hanover Township. The Jeep Grand Cherokee they were in rolled over onto its side. Both were taken to Wilkes-Barre General Hospital with no major injuries reported. Police and firefighters responded to the scene around 6:30 p.m.
Juvenile charged in Wyoming Area lockdown; DA probing response
A juvenile has been charged in connection with a threat at Wyoming Area Secondary Center, prompting a lockdown and a review by the Luzerne County District Attorney's office. The DA's office is investigating the response to the incident, including delayed notification and false information spread by a local emergency responder. The school was locked down for over five hours, causing stress among students and parents. The DA emphasized the seriousness of such threats and the commitment to prosecuting those responsible.
Harveys Lake Council decides against more hours for zoning officer
The Harveys Lake Council voted 4-3 against increasing the hours for Zoning Officer Maureen Oremus, with Mayor Carole Samson breaking the tie by voting no. Oremus, who was reinstated in January, had her hours reduced from 16-20 to 12 per week. Councilwoman Michell’e Boice and several residents expressed support for Oremus, arguing that the reduced hours hinder her ability to perform her job effectively. Council President Clarence Hogan stated that the position is seasonal and that 12 hours per week is sufficient. Some residents suggested that the new work regulations might be an attempt to force Oremus to resign.
Three charged with drug possession and trafficking in Hanover Township
Two men and a woman were charged with drug possession and trafficking after police found over 1,000 packets of heroin, crystal meth, and drug paraphernalia in a Hanover Township residence. Corey Arnott, Zachery Thiede-Laiuvara, and Cassandra Pardini were taken into custody and arraigned with varying bail amounts. The operation involved the Luzerne County Drug Task Force and the Hanover Township Narcotics Unit.
Hazleton council approves 30 percent tax hike
Hazleton City Council approved a 30 percent property tax increase with a 3-2 vote to address previous debts, police services, health insurance premiums, and pensions. Council Vice President Allison Barletta and Councilwoman Jean Mope opposed the hike, advocating for alternative revenue methods. Council President Robert Gavio supported the increase as necessary for the city's financial stability. Mayor Jeff Cusat also suggested exploring other revenue options. Additionally, the council approved the hiring of five new police officers.
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