1. Panthers shut out Falcons for first time in 38-0 victory
The Falcons had their first shutout defeat since they lost 27-0 against the Buccaneers on Dec. 5, 2004. The Atlanta team failed to score on any one of their 11 possessions. "It was ugly," Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan said. Read more.
Police say Mississippi defensive lineman Robert Nkemdiche broke a fourth-floor window at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta, climbed over a wall and fell about 15 feet. When the officers reported to the scene, he was conscious. Read more.
3. Longtime GOP activist, killed in Lake Lanier crash, remembered fondly
Reva Jennings' and her Toyota Camry were pulled from Lake Lanier on Saturday afternoon, hours after Forsyth County authorities believe she accidentally drove into the water. "She probably gave the best hugs in Forsyth County," a friend and colleague said about her. Read more.
4. Controversial Cobb County cop has clean record
According to a personnel file obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the white Cobb County police officer who told a black motorist "I don't care about your people" during a traffic stop is a former Marine who has only one prior disciplinary action taken against him. Read more.
5. Things to do in Atlanta this week | Dec. 14-20
Check out our list of seven days of things to do. From holiday fun-runs like the Ugly Sweater Run to barbecue and beers on a Sunday, there's something for everyone.
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