Police and Firefighters Square Off in ‘Battle of the Badges’

Chicago police and firefighters will be pummeling each other for a good cause in the 12th annual Battle of the Badges boxing event.

Chicago’s finest and bravest will step into the ring, raising for charities benefitting injured officers and firefighters, and the families of those injured or killed in the line of duty.

The main event happens tonight (Friday) at De LaSalle High School gymnasium located at 3434 S. Michigan Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m., boxing goes from 8 to 10 p.m.

Battle of the Badges has helped raise over $500,000 for Chicago Police Department and Chicago Fire Department charities. The boxing event helps foster good will between both CPD and CFD.

Participants in each bout are Chicago police and firefighters that volunteer a large amount of their personal time to train and condition for this one night. Once they step into the ring, it’s not just blue vs. red, it’s all first responders helping those in need.

Tickets for this event are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tickets are available in advance by calling Officer Katie Chiczewski at 312-745-5579 ext. 85166.

To purchase Battle of the Badges merchandise or make a donation visit the new Battle of the Badges website.