. >> for that and more we turn to landon doughty at cnbc's world headquarters. good morning, landon. >>> just a little pricey. good morning to both of you. the markets could be in for more red arrows as falling prices continue. oil is edging higher this morning after hitting its lowest level in nearly seven years. there could be pressure today when the government releases its weekly report on u.s. oil supplies. the dow dropping 162 points to 16568, the nasdaq down three to 5098. many americans are struggling to keep up with skyrocketing rent. a new study shows a record number of rinters are paying more than 30%, and in some cases half of their income on housing costs. those in low and middle income households are over burdened by rent which have risen more than 3% a year. home ownership rates are at 50-year lows, lingering effects. improving job prospects. apple has reportedly shelved plans to develop a live tv streaming service. it planned to offer a bundle of about 14 channels for $30 to $40 but ran into resistance from media companies who want more cash for th

i'm landon doughty. >>> a lot of you are traveling over the next few weeks. if you have a question about what you are allowed to bring along, you can ask the tsa. they have a twitter handle at ask tsa. it started months ago. they are now encouraging you to tweet your questions there. the account will answer pretty much whatever you want to know. just this morning, it told someone that they can bring their diabetic dog's syringes on board. >> a big afternan foon for fami. a video of last year's event. today, we expect michelle obama to tour the facility, visit patients and read to children and listen to their questions. >>> starting the first of the year, it will cost you more to catch a cab in arlington. they voted for the first taxi cab hike in more than four years. the initial charge goes up 25 cents and will now cost you $3 and the per mile rate rises from 2.10 to $2.16. >>> one retailer is pulling one of the biggest sellers >>> if you're about to leave and head out on the roads, you shouldn't have any other travel problems. we will have caution lights up.

i'm landon doughty. joourks >>> i'm megan mg grath. live along the southeast waterfront where new year's eve festivities are already underway here at the yards. this is a family friendly celebration. a huge inflatable slide. they have very elaborate, really cool face painting here. they are handing out noisemakers for all the kids. even a little train going around giving rides here. this is free to the public. it is going to be going on until 1:00 this afternoon. if you are looking for something to do with your kiddos today, all of them are off. you can come on down here. another option for ringing in the new year is first night alexandria. the emphasis is on the arts with first night. there are over 100 performances at venues scattered around old town alexandria. really, there is something for everyone. geared toward all ages, all interests. the tickets for first night are $30. for adults. kids 12 and under, they get in for free. it all ends with the fireworks show at midnight as the clock strikes 12, they will start letting off the f