Authorities shut down E.C. bar

EAST CHICAGO | Law enforcement and fire officials on Friday ordered an East Chicago bar closed after citing numerous illegal activities and code violations.

Hoyle Brothers Band Performing at Chicago's Empty Bottle Tavern

The Hoyle Brothers band performing during Honky Tonk Happy Hour at Chicago's Empty Bottle tavern. The weekly gig is part of the city's hidden country music scene.

Chicago's Empty Bottle Tavern

Chicago's Empty Bottle tavern, home to a weekly Friday night Honky Tonk Happy Hour, is part of the city’s hidden country music scene.

Country Music Fans Dance at The Empty Bottle in Chicago

Line dancing, a relaxed atmosphere and a rural and rustic decor are highlights of Chicago's Empty Bottle, the local country and western tavern where The Hoyle Brothers band performs during Honky Tonk Happy Hour as a weekly theme staple.

Steve Doyle, Right, and Lead Singer/Guitarist Trevor McSpadden Perform at the Empty Bottle in Chicago

Electric guitarist Steve Doyle, right, and lead singer/guitarist Trevor McSpadden perform during Honky Tonk Happy Hour at the Empty Bottle tavern in Chicago. The weekly Friday gig is part of the city's hidden country music scene.