Lakers respect the Thunder but insist they aren't intimidated by them
<p>The Lakers know they're considered major underdogs heading into their playoff matchup against Oklahoma City, but they're focused on winning the series.</p>
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Trainer Cherie DeVaux's historic Kentucky Derby win may be the first of many
<p>Trainer Cherie DeVaux has spent decades honing her skills. After becoming the first woman to win the Kentucky Derby, her family expects more victories.</p>
The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings
<p>A look at the top 25 high school baseball teams in the Southland after the 11th week of the season.</p>
'The Devil Wears Prada 2' steps out to $77 million at the box office
<p>The 20-year sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada" capitalized on millennial nostalgia to overtake "Michael" at the box office this weekend.</p>
Former Corona Centennial star Camryn Bynum giving back to community
<p>Current NFL safety, who will be hosting a football camp, wants others to realize they can attain their goals, but it takes focus, dedication and avoiding distractions.</p>
Prep talk: Blake Bowen of JSerra ends his senior season with home-run barrage
<p>Blake Bowen, who is expected to be drafted this summer, finishes his senior season with nine home runs.</p>
Prep talk: Salesian honors San Francisco 49ers defensive back Deommodore Lenoir
<p>San Francisco 49ers defensive back Deommodore Lenoir returns to his alma mater, Salesian, where he became standout football player.</p>
An early look at how the Lakers and Thunder match up entering their playoff series
<p>The Lakers weren't supposed to win their playoff series against the Rockets. After LeBron James' Herculean effort, they face formidable Oklahoma City.</p>
High school baseball and softball: Saturday's scores
<p>CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Saturday's games.</p>
Santa Clarita vs. Antelope Valley in High-Stakes CA 27 Power Grab
Prop 50 redrew California's 27th district and made it safer for Democrats. Incumbent George Whitesides faces Jason Gibbs and two Democrats in the June 2 primary.
A surprise wave of poppies is blooming in Antelope Valley
April, but alas, as of April 1, the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve posted that the hot weather in Antelope Valley ...
'We're back, baby!' UCLA coach Bob Chesney restores Bruins' festive spring game experience
<p>New UCLA coach Bob Chesney moved the Bruins' spring game back to the Rose Bowl, stirring up fans and players to close fruitful spring practice.</p>
Golden Tempo rally makes Cherie DeVaux first female trainer to win Kentucky Derby
<p>Golden Tempo rallied deep in the pack to win the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, making Cherie DeVaux the first female trainer to win the big race.</p>
Mira Costa sweeps JSerra for Division 1 girls' beach volleyball title
<p>The Mustangs send their seniors off with a win after falling to Redondo Union in the Southern Section finals last spring.</p>
San Fernando Valley bookstore boasts impressive collection of 250,000 old and rare books
Eric Chaim Kline’s current book space spans 15,000 square feet in the San Fernando Valley, with six employees who help him manage his 250,000 book inventory.
Man charged in series of sexual assaults targeting female victims in San Fernando Valley
A man arrested in connection with a series of sexual assaults targeting women across the San Fernando Valley has been charged ...
Things to do in the San Fernando Valley, LA area, April 30-May 8
Here is a sampling of things to do in the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area. Today The Canyon: Pictures of You, a tribute to the music of the Cure, 8 p.m., followed by Mystified, a ...
LAPD investigating Valley Glen home burglary as string of San Fernando Valley crimes continues
Los Angeles police are investigating a home burglary that happened in Valley Glen late Wednesday night, just hours after another San Fernando Valley home was also targeted.
Prep talk: Mira Costa to face JSerra in Southern Section girls' beach volleyball final
<p>The CIF Southern Section Division 1 championship match is set for Saturday at Long Beach City College.</p>
Letters to Sports: The ups, downs and in-betweens of Dodgers baseball
<p>Readers of the Los Angeles Times give their thoughts on the Dodgers, the Angels, the retiring Anze Kopitar and the Bills (Shoemaker and Dwyre).</p>