morning freezing rain has very quickly changed over to heavy snow. snow starting to coat some of our iowa driving. snow to taper off this evening, leaving just cloudy skies tonight. temperatures have been falling all day, we had our highs this morning, now we'll drop to the low 20s and teens tonight. details on the snow in a few minutes but first here's jessica with your local news! "announcer: "now live from kcau-tv in sioux city, iowa... this is abc9 news this midday.... " " jessica rae: good morning and. happy

icy coniditions are difficult for siouxlanders to travel on the roads. this holiday morning. plows were out and about on the snowy and icy roads. as elisa mentioned earlier, we're expecting as much as three inches of snow here in the metro so make sure if you are traveling you are driving at a safe speed and be sure to clear all of your car windows of frost before you start driving. nearly 47 million traveling today. and the president is calming fears of a potential terror attack just two weeks after those deadly terror attacks in france. president obama says its understandable to wonder if there could be a possible terror attack on the homeland... but he's assuring citizens of the u-s there is no credible threat on the united states. sot obama: we know of no specific and credible intelligence indicating a plot on the homeland. despite no indication of a potential attack, an increase of police forces are being seen around the nation at

stations. security a re-inforcement of existing security.... jessica rae: if you can't wait to start your holiday shopping, we have a guide to what you should abc's becky queen of black friday down " sales so let's start with like this 40 inch samsung from kohl's or this 32 inch tv with roku's built in streaming from walmart that's $125 but this one from best buy a 4k 60 inch model for $800 is also available online and online doorbusters are very real this year- 96% of its deals are sfx click click tv deal of the whole not a store deal, not even an online deal, expert 01:09:38 we've seen so far amazon advertising a dollars, which is 90 dollars below the cheapest tv we've ever seen in that size before and that's the deal that's only going to be available through their mobile app, other good deals today- laptops fry's has this model $137 off the lowest price ever and this 19 inch dell is $100 off the current lows available at best buy in store and again online all day. also the apple watch today in a bundle deal that gets you $100 gift card and up 01;29;22;46 now let's talk about clothing. overall

spending, but strangely, sales of clothing in retail outlets have been soft. what does that mean for you? well sales. big ones. old navy opens at 4pm today and instore only your whole purchase is 50% off, so shop wisely and remember black friday is a season: pace yourself deal hunter . " jessica rae: just 5 weeks from

is scheduled to change from state run to privately managed, an administrative law judge is asking the state to make changes. an administrative law judge asked the state to throw out one of four agreements reached with for-profit companys to run the program. according to the des moines register... the judge is asking the awarded to well-care be the company has been accused of other states. branstad's director, acknowledged the judges ruling... comment on the ben hammes said the ruling allows the program to move forward the complete re- vamp of the state's medicaid system has some voicing concerns. our concern is we get to january first and we have a train wreck on our hands that we don't know how to manage," said greg boattenhamer of the iowa hospital association. jessica rae: government has to give its approval before the state can move forward with the change over. have not given so.

if you're a parent, you know how hard it is to be away from your kids. two elk point parents haven't had their kids under their roof the entire time they've been a family of four. their 2-year-old, jack, has spent his hospital. like, he could and while that's exciting, it means they'll need more support than ever. jenna rehnstrom has there story... health matters. as the through their routine, a piece of their family is missing. if fact, quite whole. erin says, "we have two boys. cale is 6 erin & ben's younger been to the family's was born 16 weeks only a pound and a delivery meant jack's lungs weren't fully formed and he's struggled with severe breathing problems ever since. at their lowest point, when erin and ben feared they would lose their baby, the decision was made to move children's hospital in ohio. erin says, "there was a lot of deliberating about whether or

not that would be the best choice, but we determined and decided as a family that transferring him would be the best choice." it's a decision that likely saved jack's life, and now it looks like the day his parents have dreamed about may be in reach. jack can come home once his doctors see success with a new home ventilator. if all goes as planned, the miltenbergers could celebrate the new year as a family of four. but with that excitement comes the family's newest challenge. they'll need in-home nursing in elk point, and demand. erin hopes by sharing their story... somone out answer to their prayers. erin says, "the more people that can share jack's story that we need nurses. been waiting for for over two years now." ben says, "it'll happen, and i really hope it's this time." bringing jack home, and making their family complete. if you know a

caring for jack home, are working universal pediatrics. for care 24/7, so insurance helps them out and the company is able to offer benefits and even a sign-on bonus. story... just head on over to siouxland matters dot com. jessica rae: still to come... it's thanksgiving to go! how one local grocer is helping familys around sioux city prepare for the big dinner. white thanksgiving and colder

deteriorated fast out there, elisa! scott: winter storm advisory still in effect. morning freezing rain has turned to heavy snow, still some ice south and east. road conditions are covered in both ice and snow. ice on the kings pointe storm lake sky cam hd. blow snow on the port neal welding company sky cam hd. we've already reached our high today, temperatures are falling. visibility dropping with blowing snow.winds breezy, out of the north. snow should end around turkey time with clouds this evening and falling temperatures. you can see how fast things developed on satellite and radar. system pushes east on stormcast hd this evening, clouds and

cold conditions tonight, through the weekend. today... dropping temperatures to the mid 20s by 5pm. snow, but an icy mix south and east, accumulating 2 to 4 inches. tonight, snow ends, blustery winds and cold temperatures.. only 15 degrees. tomorrow, cold sunshine.. bundle up, only 28! a cold weekend in the 7-day, next snow chance on monday! jessica rae scott: stay safe on the roads out there! jessica rae: turkey preparations

ago! freezing rain has turned to heavy snow, still some ice south and east. road covered in both ice kings pointe storm blow snow on the port neal welding company sky cam hd. we've already reached our high are falling. visibility blowing snow.winds breezy, out of the north. snow should time with clouds this evening and falling temperatures. you

satellite and radar. system pushes east on stormcast hd this evening, clouds and cold conditions tonight, through the weekend. today... dropping temperatures to the mid 20s by 5pm. snow, but an icy mix south and east, accumulating 2 to 4 inches. tonight, snow ends, blustery winds and cold temperatures.. only 15 degrees. tomorrow, cold sunshine.. bundle up, only 28! a cold weekend in the 7-day, next snow chance on monday! jessica rae scott:

jessica rae: turkey preparations were well underway, days ago! at hyvee employees have worked hard,

roasting turkeys around the clock. workers say they cooked birds non-stop until today. this year will be a record year for their catering orders. al metz of the hy- vee catering says it's a busy time. al metz says, "we will go non stop and cooking approximately 30 at a time, some of the turkeys will go out cold most of them will be full. carving the turkeys will be a fulltime job." jessica rae: and just a reminder the soup kitchen is not open today! but there are several other locations providing those in need with holiday spirit and a warm meal. rebos restaurant downtown will serve dinner from now to 2 pm ... and the gospel mission on bluff street will also serve their traditional thanksgiving meal. jessica rae: after the break... pumpkin pie in a drinkable form, that recipe when

howard has an adult twist on recipe... take a look happy thanksgiving. whether you're the one cooking today, or you'll be simply enjoying the share a last minute idea that is so good and easy it's got a pretty good chance of becoming a new favorite. it's a recipe for pumpkin pie shooters, which are as tempting before dinner as they are with dessert. all you cup of pumpkin pie along with some vanilla ice cream and a bit of half and half. then give it a good mix, and once it's smooth, it's done. take it over the top, maybe add in a splash of brandy, irish whiskey. you see, it creamiest pumpkin pie in the form of a milkshake. and when

cream and dusted with nutmeg, i know you're going to be making a second batch before you know it. the recipe for what we call, "pumpkin pie shooters," is online now so you can enjoy it today, and right through the end of the year. and since it's thanksgiving, i want to thank you for welcoming us into your home every day and allowing us to carry on the tradition that our company's founder, art ginsburg, started more than 30 years ago. art, we miss you, and we're proud to carry on your legacy . a legacy based on ."ooh it's so good!!" " jessica rae: if you would like a copy of that recipe you can send us a self addressed stamped envelope here to a-b-c 9 news. our address is 625 douglas street. the zip...51101. be sure to write "pumpkin pie shooters" on your request. our website...siouxlan com. and click on the mr. food logo.... jessica rae: in this weeks gardening segment... melinda meyers shows us how to transplant your shrubs into another part of your garden. here she is now with more. "landscapes are dynamic - changing with the season, over time and as our gardening goals evolve. save those special shrubs by transplanting them into a better space that will accommodate their mature size, growing needs and your

landscape design. move shrubs in the spring before growth begins or in fall as the plants go dormant for greatest success. loosely tie the branches of the shrubs to prevent damage and keep them out of your way. the rabbits did some unwanted pruning on our viburnum, eliminating the need for this. dig a trench around the shrub slightly larger and deeper than the desired rootball. undercut the rootball with the shovel. a sharp spade, hand pruner or lopper will help you cut through larger roots. slide a piece of burlap or canvas under the rootball. ask a friend or neighbor for help with larger plants. this is easier on your back and reduces the risk of dropping the shrub and damaging the rootball. i'm melinda myers, check out our website for this and other gardening tips. jessica rae: coming up after the break... what you need to know if you plan on braving the cold athe heroes game tomorrow.

jessica rae:iowa-nebraska heroes game on friday... be prepared for an increase in security. the game is scheduled to kick off at 2:30 in the afternoon, but officials are encouraging those in attendance to arrive at memorial stadium a little earlier blankets will be allowed, but no backpacks or big bags. all unnecessary items should be left at home or in the car. and here's a look at what other security measures they'll be taking as well.. " "

planning on watching the game at home, be sure to tune in to abc9 tomorrow we'll have extended coverage of the heroes game between iowa and

nebraska. again, kick off will be at 2:30pm jessica rae: elisa's up next with a final check of our forecast. stay with us. jessica rae: it is slick out this

sosiouxlander has a special message for all of you who are thinking about braving the weather that was an unofficial weather report from k-sux radio host tony michaels it looks like he was having a rough time out there. be sure to tune in tomorrow morning we'll have tony and canidice on the show for our entertainment connection. jessica rae scott:

temperatures to the mid 20s by 5pm. snow, but an icy mix south and east, accumulating 2 to 4 inches. tonight, snow ends, blustery winds and cold temperatures.. only 15 degrees. tomorrow, cold

today on "the chew" -- it's the day before thanksgiving. do you know where your turkey

is?