Laura helps prepare Thanksgiving meals for seniors in need this holiday season

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and indulging in delicious food -- but some people aren't that fortunate -- especially many of our elderly.

"Turkey, stuffing, pies:" Grocery stores prepare for last-minute Thanksgiving rush

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The day before Thanksgiving isn't just one of the busiest travel days of the year, it is also one of the busiest days at the grocery store.Area stores are seeing a rush of people, heading in for some last-minute Thanksgiving shopping.Fresh turkeys, cranberries and stuffing are all selling fast, just hours before the big feast.

The "most Google searched" recipe in Wisconsin during the week of Thanksgiving is...

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As you planned out your Thanksgiving feast, you may have turned to Google for some recipe inspiration!The New York Times has issued an interesting map that shows the "most Googled Thanksgiving recipes" in all 50 states.To create the map, folks at the New York Times asked researchers at Google for help, and they looked at how much more popular searches for a given recipe were in a given state vs.

On Veterans Day, Quaker Steak & Lube presents $4,500 check to Fisher House Wisconsin

NEW BERLIN (WITI) -- On Veterans Day Tuesday, November 11th Quaker Steak & Lube presented a $4,500 check to Fisher House Wisconsin.Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher started the Fisher House Foundation in 1990 after learning of the need for temporary lodging facilities for families at major military medical centers.There are currently 64 Fisher Houses located throughout the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Veteran armed with knowledge and wisdom, dedicated to life after war

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As we honor those who have served our country, Studio A focuses on one veteran's dedication to life after war.In December 1945, Julian Plaster returned home after serving his country in World War II.

Honoring veterans: Ceremony held in downtown Milwaukee; lawmakers issue statements

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The rain moved them inside, but it didn't stop the Veterans Day ceremony in downtown Milwaukee.Rain moved the ceremony from MacArthur Square to the gym at the Safety Building.The ceremony was put on by Milwaukee police and Milwaukee firefighters who are American Legion members.The ceremony ended with a playing of taps and a rifle salute.This particular event has been taking place since 1939.---Meanwhile, Governor Scott Walker issued a video message in honor of Veterans Day.

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? The turkey tools you should be buying now

Thanksgiving is a little more than three weeks away, but anyone hosting a holiday party will tell you, it will be here before you know it.