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The movie has it flaws but accurately tells the basic story that Dr. Bennet Omalu and former Pittsburgh Steelers Dr. Julian Bailes uncovered the danger of concussions that rocked the National Football League.
One of the doctors who worked with Dr. Omalu on CTE was Dr. Julian Bailes. He joined the "KDKA Morning News" to talk about the movie, CTE and if he thinks children should play football.
Pitt is putting together a foundation named for the pathologist the movie "Concussion" is based on.
The new film "Concussion" opens nationwide on Christmas Day.
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger says he has played through a lot of injuries, but the brain is not something to mess with.
The Steelers fell to the Seahawks on Sunday, and Ben Roethlisberger's day ended early when he left the field with a suspected concussion.
There's a new trailer out for the Will Smith movie, "Concussion," that was shot in Pittsburgh.
The trailer is out for Will Smith's new movie "Concussion," which was shot in Pittsburgh.
Varsity athletes at Pitt are participating in a large new study on concussions. Today, Pitt softball and baseball players participated in a battery of pre-season concussion evaluations.
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang received a bit of good news today.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have been crippled by injuries this year to all of their position, but one could be strengthened again come playoff time.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will be without star defenseman Kris Letang for an undermined amount of time.
West Virginia senior quarterback Clint Trickett is retiring from football because of concussions and won't play in the Liberty Bowl on Monday against Texas A&M.
A local attorney and his client took on the NFL and won.
Melissa Yancec is now out of the hospital, recovering from what she says was diagnosed as a concussion after getting pushed and hit in the head at Sunday's Steelers game at Heinz Field.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown briefly left Thursday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens with a head injury.
A man is in the hospital after he somehow lost control of his car and crashed on a West Homestead street overnight.
The Pirates roster moves continue as outfielder Starling Marte has been activated from the 7-day concussion disabled list while third baseman Pedro Alvarez was put on the bereavement list.
When Starling Marte was out of the Pirates' lineup Tuesday night, it was called a manager's decision, but it seems there was more to it.
The late Hall Famer center Mike Webster anchored the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line in the glory days of the 1970s.
The National Football League has agreed to pay cash awards to any player who suffers from dementia and other diseases linked to head hits.
Could a certain kind of brain imaging called high definition fiber tracking help diagnose concussion and assess recovery?
Just like in the regular season Percy Harvin's return to the field in the postseason was short lived as Harvin will not be playing against San Francisco this weekend.
Four people are now facing fines and community service for a fight on Halloween.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
North Allegheny is now tied for the most state titles in a row in Pennsylvania history.
The Jewish Federation and police say more than 20 reports have been filed about the stickers being found.
The crash happened around 7:30 Monday evening.
The stadium could cost close to $25 million with the auditorium costing another $8 million.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
North Allegheny is now tied for the most state titles in a row in Pennsylvania history.
The Jewish Federation and police say more than 20 reports have been filed about the stickers being found.
The crash happened around 7:30 Monday evening.
The stadium could cost close to $25 million with the auditorium costing another $8 million.
The order is a win for Dave McCormick and a loss for Bob Casey as the campaigns prepare for a statewide recount.
Mr. Biden has made addressing climate change a key part of his policy agenda.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice appointed his wife to the state school board after winning a decisive U.S. Senate race against his Democratic opponent.
Pennsylvania's race for U.S. Senate has triggered an automatic recount.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking new steps to protect pets of domestic violence survivors.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
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The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
The scammer is directing people to a number claiming it will reactivate their EBT cards.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino was here to put our holiday manners to the test! Just in time for Thanksgiving, she challenged us on what's truly polite and what might need a little refining at the festive gatherings.
On today's Straight to the Point, we unveiled the surprising laws from the year 1621! The pilgrims had rules for everything and some were downright bizarre. This segment was sponsored by Edgar Snyder and Associates.
As the holidays approach, Katie is hitting all the right notes with a dazzling tour of homes. We got to see one today that is a Broadway-inspired symphony of splendor that's sure to leave you singing!
David and Heather got to enjoy some Burgatory today, more specifically, a Thanksgiving-themed burger and a Pumpkin Pie shake!
A Harlem Globetrotter entered the PTL studios! He was here to show us some moves and even put our skills to the test!
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Civil forfeiture is a legal process that allows law enforcement to seize property.
A West Mifflin woman said she feels duped after falling for a convincing weight loss gummy ad created by scammers using AI.
Pittsburgh EMS workers say they are understaffed and overstretched, racing from one call to the next.
The Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport is dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Consumer Reports applauds food giant's decision after less-than-expected demand for the meal kits from school districts.
North Allegheny is now tied for the most state titles in a row in Pennsylvania history.
People are calling and flocking to sports cards and memorabilia stores looking for the one-of-a-kind Paul Skenes card.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes was named the National League Rookie of the Year.
Pittsburgh turns its attention to another divisional foe, the Cleveland Browns, in Week 12.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
The $600 million project would redevelop fifteen acres of old industrial land along the Ohio River.
New numbers just published show whether small or big schools are growing the most in the Pittsburgh region.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
The 46-year-old Houston native – whose name is Jason Head – was putting a gun away at his ranch when it "slipped out of the holster, hit the side of the jeep and discharged into his stomach area," his publicist said.
The band continues its touring schedule in 2025 and in August, they'll make a stop at PPG Paints Arena.
The crash happened around 7:30 on Monday evening.
Some board members and taxpayers are concerned over the proposed costs of the projects.
Police and the Jewish Federation say they've gathered more than 20 reports of the stickers being found.
A memorial was held to remember a 16-year-old boy who died in a crash last week in Beaver County.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
Halloween 2024 was a smashing success for both Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh. Team PTL celebrated with a classic monster theme while Talk Pittsburgh got in the ring with some real wrestlers. Here's a look at some of the fun!
