Cops: Man pushed another through glass window

Portage police responded early Saturday to a disturbance at Boomer's Bar and Grill after a front window of the business was broken out by patrons "just horsing around," according to staff. But when police arrived, one of the patrons became involved in an altercation with police that ended wi…

Sheffields, Sheffield's Sports Bar and Grill

Misty Banzen, manager at Sheffield's Sports Bar and Grill stands in the bar at the Dyer restaurant. Phil Holub recently bought Sheffield’s Restaurants in Dyer and Merrillville with co-owner Don Reed.

Sheffields, Sheffield's Sports Bar and Grill

Customers enjoy dinner in the main dining area at Sheffield's Dyer restaurant. Phil Holub recently bought Sheffield’s Restaurants in Dyer and Merrillville with co-owner Don Reed.

The Saloon Area of DC's Country Junction in Lowell

The bar area of DC's Country Junction in Lowell is clearly identified since the venue is licensed as a "family entertainment venue."

Douglas' Wild Dog Grille has it all

The Wild Dog Grille, located in Douglas, Michigan, is a modern hotspot featuring an expansive menu and exotic African-influenced decor.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery bartender Melody Williams pours a Beltaine Scottish Ale for a customer at the Michigan City bar. Shoreline won bronze awards at the World Beer Cup for its Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery brewer Tom Sajda talks about the kettles in which beer is brewed at the Michigan City location. Shoreline recently won two bronze World Beer Cup awards for its Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery in Michigan City won two World Beer Cup bronze awards for two of the brewery's beers. Shoreline won for its Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Tim Jongsma, general manager for Shoreline Brewery in Michigan City, holds two World Beer Cup bronze awards the pub recently won for two of its beers: Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery bartender Melody Williams serves Texas resident Marc Spencer a Beltaine Scottish Ale in Michigan City.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Marc Spencer from Texas drinks a Beltaine Scottish Ale at the bar inside Shoreline Brewery in Michigan City. Shoreline won bronze awards at the World Beer Cup for its Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery in Michigan City recently won two World Beer Cup bronze awards for its Beltaine Scottish Ale, left, and Benny's Pale Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery bartender Melody Williams pours a Beltaine Scottish Ale at the Michigan City brewery. Shoreline won bronze awards at the World Beer Cup for its Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Local breweries earn honors, have expansion on tap

Shoreline Brewery bartender Melody Williams pours a Beltaine Scottish Ale for a customer at the bar in Michigan City. Shoreline recently won two bronze World Beer Cup awards for its Benny's Pale Ale and Beltaine Scottish Ale.

Dick's

The sunroom dining area at Dick's Restauratn in St. John seats about 60 diners with tables and two-person booths.

Dick's

Dolores McVey, left, stands with her son Scot at Dick's Restaurant in St. John, where they are celebrating 50 years in business. Richard "Dick" McVey and Dolores started the restaurant in 1962 in Highland. They moved to the current location on Wicker Ave and 109th Ave. The family restaurant …

Dick's

ST JOHN Dick's Restaurant is celebrating 50 years in business. Richard "Dick" McVey and his wife, Dolores, started the restaurant in 1962 in Highland. They moved to the current location on Wicker Ave and 109th Ave. The family restaurant can seat more than 300 with a large dining room, sun ro…

Hyatt Regency Chicago Atrium Bar

The 160-ft. bar in the atrium lobby of the Hyatt Regency Chicago offers a spectacular view and holds the distinction of "the longest free-standing bar in North America."

Courthouse Bar and Grill providing Christmas gifts for over 100 children

Tammie Kilburn, of Merrillville, left, and Jen Odtallah, of Whiting, owners of the Courthouse Bar and Grill, wrap Christmas gifts Thursday morning as they prepare for a Christmas extravaganza for more than 100 foster and special needs children on Wednesday.

Courthouse Bar and Grill providing Christmas gifts for over 100 children

The "winter wonderland" of gifts is shown at the Courthouse Bar and Grill in Crown Point, where the owners will be bringing more than 100 foster and special needs children to meet Santa, and have their picture taken with him while receiving a gift as part of the business' efforts. The busine…