Five Things to Know Today: Dec. 16

1. Weather: There’s beauty in the simplicity of today’s forecast. According to the National Weather Service, we can expect a mostly sunny day, with a high near 46. Tonight, it’s expected to be mostly cloudy, with a low around 29.

2. Coming Up: There’s lots to look forward to this weekend, ranging from cookie decorating with Santa to caroling opportunities. Plus, the kitchen at the is supposed to open tomorrow at 11 a.m. too.

3. Fa-la-la-la-la: and your holiday decorating could win a $100,000 gift for .

4. Is This Going to be on the Test? This week’s Moms Talk is about homework and where that line falls between too much and too little. Is there an amount that’s just right?

5. This Day in History: On this day in 2010, Larry King Live ends after 25 years on CNN.