$45M settlement for teen injured in West Town crash approved at Chicago City Council meeting

Diane PathieuThe city will approved to pay out one of the largest legal settlements in Chicago's recent history.The City of Chicago convened on Wednesday to discuss a long agenda, but three are of major importance.The city will approved to pay out one of the largest legal settlements in Chicago's recent history.

It involves the case of 15-year-old Nathen Jones, who suffered catastrophic injuries in a car crash after a police chase.The officers were in an unmarked car and turned their lights when the chase began.Jones can no longer walk, and needs round-the-clock medical care. The $45 million agreement includes $20 million paid for by the city, and another $25 million paid by the city's insurance company.Committee approves $45M settlement for teen unable to walk, speak after Chicago police chase, crashA proposal which would pave the way for selling hard liquor at rooftop clubs surrounding Wrigley Field is also on the agenda.

Rooftop patrons can only buy beer and wine, this ordinance would also allow for those rooftops to open not just during games but when there is a concert, college football game, or special event.City Council will also vote to modify the mandatory retirement age for police officers and firefighters from 63 to 65 years old.

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