The Rockford Hero Rumble is returning Nov. 7 with seven bouts featuring area firefighters and police officers.

As a boxing coach, Buddy Mellott knows about fighting — and not just in the ring. Kids and young adults hit boxing gyms and train to escape everything from street violence to problems at home or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This Thanksgiving holiday Metro Union members looked to give back in a unique way in boxing ring.

For decades, Boxing Day celebrants in the British Isles have taken to frigid waters each Dec. 26. This year, swimmers took to the water once again. Many do it to raise money for a charity of their ...