Activist Accused of Going for Cop's Gun at Taste of Chicago Protest: Patch PM

Stories worth talking about tonight across the Patch network:

Black Lives Matter Leader Locked Up, Faces Felony Charges, After Confrontation with Chicago Police Commander

The well-known Black Lives Matter activist Ja'Mal Green was one of 19 arrested in Chicago rallies over the weekend. He's accused of punching a police commander and trying to disarm an officer, and was charged with several felonies. With his bail set at $350,000, protesters are decrying the accusations as trumped up charges.

Angry Man Who Choked Relative in ICU Going to Prison

Justin Patzer, who also pulled a knife, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for attacking and strangling a family member at a Geneva hospital. The two had been arguing over social media prior to the attack.

Amazon Prime Day 2016: Best Deals, And What You Need To Know

What is Amazon Prime Day, and when is it? (Tomorrow!) We'll help you find the best deals.

Bolingbrook Man Allegedly Crashed into Squad Car, Kept Going

The 46-year-old man was eventually caught and arrested. ALSO:

• 36-Year-Old Woman Dies in Bishop Ford Crash
• Driver Dead After Van Crashes into Tree in Naperville Monday, Catches Fire

Lincoln Park Zoo Helps Restore Turtle Population

Goal to create population of 100 ornate box turtles reached four years early.

Junkyard Fire Fills Chicago Sky with Black Smoke

The plume of smoke can be seen for miles. A level one haz-mat response has been declared.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Warrenville Man Critically Injured After Crashing Glider at Airport
• Chicagoland Emergency Vehicle Show Coming to Oswego
• Jockey, Horse Should Recover, Race Again After Saturday Spill
• Car Insurance More Expensive For Poor in Chicago: Study
• Former Joliet Housing Authority CFO Gets 4 Years for Nearly $200K Fraud Case
• $500,000 Lottery Ticket Sold at West Chicago Gas Station

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