When HBO shut down production of the show "Luck" after three horses died on the set, it brought new attention to an old problem: how common the animals' deaths are at the racetrack. more ›

The Santa Anita Racetrack has been getting quite a bit of publicity since HBO's new drama about horse-racing "Luck" premiered (ok, not all of the publicity has been great). But the mayor of Arcadia, the city that is home to the racetrack, felt the need to school members of the press in local geography. more ›

Horse racing season has just begun at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, and from now until April 22, SoCal hopefuls (with $5 for general admission fee) can step up to tellered windows and pick the ponies to win, place or show. more ›