CHICAGO — Ahead of next month's Battle of the Badges, Chicago police officers and firefighters will hold a fundraising event in Garfield Ridge Friday, March 27.
The pre-fight fundraiser and party sponsored by Country Financial and Home Run Inn Pizza, will be held at Redmond's Pub, 5730 S. Archer Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
For $25, attendees can enjoy pizza and drinks that will benefit the Chicago Police and Fire Departments' charities.
The 13th Annual Battle of the Badges — Chicago Style will take place April 24 at De La Salle Institute, 3455 S. Wabash Ave.
Advanced tickets are $15 and $20 at the door. Last year, the event saw more than 3,000 people stop by for the annual boxing match.
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