13abc Salutes Black History: Dr. John Williams

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He had not one, but two remarkable careers. He has a Super Bowl ring, he's a medical doctor, and his story is just one of the many featured at the African American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio. In honor of Black History Month, we're taking a look at the life of Dr. John Williams.

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Rollover accident on EB I-475 near Corey Rd

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Ohio Supreme Court to hear case of officer involved shooting

Ohio Supreme Court to hear case of officer involved shooting

More than 500 SWAT team members training in our area

More than 500 SWAT team members training in our area

Toledo Republicans may back Independent Mike Bell

Toledo Republicans may back Independent Mike Bell

Now Open: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

Now Open: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

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More than 500 SWAT team members training in our area

More than 500 SWAT team members training in our area

Breaking News

Rollover accident on EB I-475 near Corey Rd

Rollover accident on EB I-475 near Corey Rd

Ohio Supreme Court to hear case of officer involved shooting

Ohio Supreme Court to hear case of officer involved shooting

Toledo Republicans may back Independent Mike Bell

Toledo Republicans may back Independent Mike Bell

Toledo woman needs help finding missing service dog

Toledo woman needs help finding missing service dog

North Baltimore woman who faked cancer pleads guilty

North Baltimore woman who faked cancer pleads guilty

Fostoria grandma fights off kidnapper

Fostoria grandma fights off kidnapper

Accused Lucas County deputy faces judge

Accused Lucas County deputy faces judge

Boy Scout leaders to vote on lifting gay ban

Boy Scout leaders to vote on lifting gay ban

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Now Open: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

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