ROCKFORD — “Bad” Brad Hefton likened his connection with John Monczak to Rocky and Mickey. “We’ve been together since we were 13,” Hefton said. “He’s almost been like a second dad ...

Three world kickboxing championships later for Hefton, the two hooked up 10 years ago and have been a couple since. They now aim to win the first-time "The Wedding of Your Dreams" Illinois Lottery ...