Dec. 15: Five Things You Need to Know Today

1. Have you already finished your holiday shopping, or are you holding out until the last possible second? Let us know .

2. We've mapped out some of the of the holiday season. Take a look at our list and tell us whether you agree with our choices.

3. It's never too soon to start planning for the weekend. Come back at 10:30 a.m. to see our picks for local events.

4. Is your house decked out for the holidays? for the chance to win $100,000 for local schools.

5. The weather today will be cloudy and wet, with highs in the low 50s.