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Measures to Combat Parasite Risks : Watch what you eat and drink to avoid such diseases as giardiasis and amoebic dysentery.
Playa Vista Is Ambitious Try at Neo-Village
El Monte : Teacher of the Year Named
The Living Daylights (ABC Sunday at 8:30...
Farewell to 'The Phantom' of the Ahmanson
This Player Can't Keep Down His Feeling About the Game
COUGAR: Ghost of the Rockies by...
CLIQUES : Riding With the Reaper
Bosnia Vote Puts Peace Plan in Peril
Lawmakers Focus on Illegal Immigration : Legislation: More than half of the 23 bills introduced in Sacramento that would affect undocumented immigrants were authored by elected representatives from the San Gabriel Valley.
COLUMN ONE : Trapped in a Vale of Tears : Death haunts the streets and soul of Kashmir. A fight to secede from India has brought a brutal crackdown and four years of fear and misery.
Was It Something We Said?
26-Acre Mall Approved Over Protest of Committee : Council: Key concessions are given to developers that override recommendations by a residents group overseeing the project.
Italy's Instability Has Tourism Teetering : Mediterranean: Murder, arson, racism, terrorism, vandalism and corruption are cited.
Family Channel closes distance on race in an 'African Skies' episode
Immigration Control: Doing It Right : Needed--a counterfeit-proof ID card for all U.S. workers
A Thicker Blue Line for America
PERSONAL PERSPECTIVE : Embargo: Iraqis Hurt, Hussein Untouched
Man Fatally Shot at Pasadena ATM
Compromise Could Save a Historic Site : * Community Should Find a Way to Move and Restore San Juan Capistrano Cottage
CAMARILLO : Council Votes to Ban Parking in 2 Areas
Popular music will waft across the Palos...
Fair Pushes Buttons of Political Junkies
Fair-Goers, Chili Cooks, Judges Get Their Fill
PREP FOOTBALL '93: Century League : Villa Park's Pearsall Beefs Up to Elude Pain
NAMES AND NUMBERS
U.S. CHAMPIONSHIPS : Sinjin Sings the Blues and Ayakatubby Pays the Penalty : Volleyball: Smith, the winningest player in beach history, is eliminated. Ayakatubby's argument with official helps top-seeded Kiraly and Steffes advance.
A look inside Hollywood and the movies : 'CROWD' REMAKE : It's the Wrong 'Face,' but It's All Right With Whoopi
A Too Lively Crew at 'Jack the Rapper' Confab
Rappers-actors Ice Cube and Ice-T are both...
Bice Dice Basta! to Beverly Hills, Not to West Hollywood
Picture Vacation in Children's Eyes : Photography is a fun and affordable way to let youngsters preserve what they like about travel.
WOMEN'S FALL FASHION : Bits & Pieces
Riordan Takes a Tour of Hollywood and Slime
Court Acts to Protect Taj Mahal From Toxics
SOUTH-CENTRAL : New Shelter to Offer More Than a Bed
NOTEBOOK : A Hit at World Championships
The Bottleneck : Squeezed by Tough Restrictions, Only a Few of the Hundreds of Liquor Stores Damaged During the Riots Have Reopened.
PUPPET ABUSE: Geeser the Walking Puppet Stage...
Signs That the Sun Is Setting on Summer
Reunion Accentuates the Positives for Blacks : Gatherings: Celebration of African-American families reaffirms how far they have to go and how far they've come.
Santa Ana Conference Marks Chicano Moratorium, March
Voters Say Monorail
A Group That Warrants Your Support : ACTION Bridges a Gap to Provide Counseling for Troubled Students and Their Parents
Teacher's Work Habits Were a Valuable Lesson in Themselves : Education: John Santschi taught at San Pedro High for 48 years and never missed a class until he had a heart attack last fall. His former pupils will honor him in retirement next month.
RAM NOTEBOOK : Gilbert Sits to Give Knox Look at Others
MOVIES : A Look Inside the Studio Gates : Dawn Steel was the first woman to head a movie studio when she took over Columbia Pictures in 1987. In a new book about her trip to the top, she wants to show other women how to scale the heights of Hollywood
A Stitch in Time . . . : PROVERBS ARE NEVER OUT OF SEASON, By Wolfgang Mieder (Oxford University Press: $25; 284 pp.)
THE TABLES ARE TURNED : It May Not Be Pub Grub, but When It Comes to Good, Cheap Food, Abiento Is No Cop-Out
Critic's Efforts Lead to Audit, Official's Resignation : Government: Watchdog is satisfied after questioning city manager's handling of finances. Report revealed carelessness but no criminal wrongdoing.
Teen Was Bruised, Battered by Young 'Love' : Battering: One study said 25% of teens had experienced violence while dating. Patterns resemble battered-spouse syndrome.
Q AND A : O.C. Theater Owner Gives Preview of New Attraction : Entertainment: Edwards chain founder discusses his plans to build an 18-screen cinema complex in Irvine.
CIA to Open Cold War Files, Bay of Pigs to Shah of Iran
The Cardiac Kid : A Year After Heart Transplant, Teen-Ager's Life Is Full Speed Ahead
A look inside Hollywood and the movies : What, Skip Telluride? A Boycott Puts Hollywood to the Test
Television : Are You Really Ready for the Late-Night Talk-Show Wars?
Can Ad Fee Be Deducted From Deposit?
CANE by Jean Toomer (Liveright: $7.95;...
Getty Offers Free Exhibit on Library
Pasadena : Caltech's New Fund-Raiser
Independence Day? : Teachers Propose School Free of L.A. Unified Control
9 Appointed to Evaluate Playa Vista : Politics: Councilwoman Ruth Galanter picks community activists to study the impact that the massive project would have on the environment and traffic.
Abused Critters Find Safety, Respect : Animal rights: Freddy the turkey, Jeffrey the pig and friends have a new life. 'These animals act as ambassadors of their species to teach human beings,' caretaker says.
Teen Culture Cited in Dating Violence
Avalon Hospital's Administrator Ousted by Board After 8 Months : Health care: Catalina Island facility has had severe financial woes and high management turnover in recent years.
2 Die in Grenade Blast
Pierce College Hits Pay Dirt With Deal : Amid Financial Crisis, the Decision to Accept Warner Ridge Soil Was a Wise Move
Dispute Ends in Shooting
6 Injured in Lake Forest Car Crash : Accident: Vehicle was being followed, but not chased, by Border Patrol, agency says. One passenger remains in critical condition.
PREP FOOTBALL '93: Century League : Canyon
HISTORY OF AIDS: Emergence and Origin of...
Not Quite Home on the Range : Lawyers and Other City Slickers Round Up $1,000 to Play Cowboy
5,000 Hopefuls Expected at East L.A. Job Fair
SOUTH-CENTRAL : Fannie Mae Makes Home Buying Easier
On View : What Hamner Does Best : 'WALTONS' CREATOR AND THE FAMILY CHANNEL FIND SIMILAR VALUES IN 'SNOWY RIVER' SAGA
Cost of Death: A Billion Dollars and Counting
When Political Spin Doctoring Comes to Movies : Society: Political campaigns are shaped by spin doctors who direct the flow of opinion. Now, with 'Last Action Hero,' Hollywood adopted the tactic.
Galileo Spacecraft Explores Asteroid on Jupiter Trek
Just Whose County Is It, Anyway? : Supervisors come up with a spending plan that hurts everyone but themselves.
Elderly Dancers Put Best Foot Forward
Outcome of '90210' Dispute Hinges on Zoning Laws : Hermosa Beach: A hearing is scheduled for Sept. 21 to determine whether filming of the TV show violates codes prohibiting business activity in residential areas.
Churches Unite to Spread Gospel at Santa Ana Street Fest : Religion: About 400 people gather to hear R&B-flavored; music, sermons. The event is designed to create unity among the denominations.
Bathhouse to Stay Open During City Inquiry About Sex
Defending Champion Leonard Is Upset in U.S. Amateur Golf
Picking a Park for That Picnic Basket
California Neotraditional Plans, Projects
Turn On Color in Fall Garden With Bulbs
Migrating West for a Better Quality of Life : Agoura: Low crime, low smog, good schools draw families to the west side of the San Fernando Valley.
Where Kontrol Is the Way of Life
SPECIAL REPORT : O.C. Districts Fashion Strict New Dress Codes : Schools: Gang-style and other questionable items barred to keep the focus on education. Students will learn that more clothes now clash with the rules.
TV Crewman Confirms Chat With Cultist
An Unspoken Will : She Should Be Dead, But O.C. Woman Fights to Walk, Talk
Getting Back on Track : Transit: Rail supporters ecstatic after MTA agrees to spend $40 million for design of the Pasadena Blue Line. It plans to find another $57 million to start construction of the route.
Las Vegas on the Potomac? Capital Mulls Gambling
Nation IN BRIEF : FLORIDA : Teen-Ager Testifies in Burning of Black
Long Beach Little Leaguers Win Title Again
Issue: Movie Theaters
Mon Dieu! Cheese, Chips, Apples Trip Eurocrats : European Community: Setting uniform marketing rules for all 12 nations proves to be full of pitfalls. But the process continues.
The Kids' Plate : NETWORK, CABLE AND INDEPENDENTS OFFER A FULL COURSE OF LIVE-ACTION AND ANIMATION
Backers of Breakup Concede Legislative Foes Have the Edge
Galanter Appoints 9 Activists to Evaluate Playa Vista : Politics: Westside councilwoman picks group of community leaders to study the impact that the massive project would have on the environment and traffic.
CAMARILLO : Oxnard's Recycling Plan Is Rejected
Intrepid Chapman Looks Ahead : First Steps Toward Resurrecting Football Next Fall at Division III Level After 62-Year Hiatus Seem Tentative, but Momentum, Excitement Building
Hot New Trend: Uniforms : Schools: Dozens of public elementary campuses try an experiment aimed at solving various clothing-related problems by urging students all to wear the same thing.
Police Name Man in Fatal Car Crash
His Life After Football Enters a New Episode : Television: Lynn Williams, a former San Pedro High football player, now makes a living playing Sabre on 'American Gladiators.'
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Helmets for Coaches Not a Bad Idea
Rubley Proves He Can Maneuver in Rush-Hour Traffic : Pro football: Ram reserve quarterback gets stagnant offense moving in the second half.
Dodgers Feeling Run Down
AND ONE MORE THING: Sara DeBell, the...
No Secrets as the Angels Win, 6-2
Blind Ambition
In Brief
OPERA : Taking a Fresh Eye to 'La Boheme' : Film director Herbert Ross enjoys nothing so much as a new challenge, and he's got a big one in the new L.A. production
Worlds of Possibility : THE REST OF LIFE: Three Novellas, By Mary Gordon (Viking: $22; 257 pp.)
WOMEN'S FALL FASHION : Haute Noire
BOYLE HEIGHTS : Input on Hospital Expansion Studied
Mary dates a handsome ski instructor (Rob...
Death Penalty Cases Test Fairness of Clemency : Mercy: Critics contend that the arbitrariness excluded from sentencing permeates the process. Supporters say the system protects against executing the innocent.
Life as a Fair Variety Artist Can Be Full of Pain, Pride : Entertainment: Geeser the Walking Puppet Stage, other performers and about 4,000 daytime attendees brave heat amid an array of activities.
THE PRICE OF LIFE : How High the Cost Before It Becomes Too High?
Man Accused of 'Heroes' Murder Faces New Charges
Stardust, Pajamas and Memories of Crooner Bing Crosby Put on Display : History: Collection at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash., includes 24,000 artifacts, such as the late actor/singer's hairpieces, which he called 'scalp doilies.'
More Help on Way for Serra Basketball Team : Preps: Forward Leonard Butler, one of the top juniors in the state, will transfer to the Gardena school from Leuzinger.
With Enemies Like These, He Must Be Good
WOMEN'S FALL FASHION : Between the Lines
Ancient Hadrian's Wall Lets Down Its Guard : The English countryside reveals miles of the barrier built by Rome's legions, as well as cricket and good conversation.
THE WINE LIST
Rogue Elephant Kills 44 in India
MAKE ROOM FOR NUMBERS
A Club of Contention : Battle Rages Over Whether Nightspot Is a Nuisance or a Scapegoat
Top-Speed 'Data Highway' on the Way : Computers: Engineers hope to develop a video and data resource as flexible as the existing long-distance telephone network, but larger.
Nation IN BRIEF : PENNSYLVANIA : Surviving Twin Continues Recovery
WALNUT PARK : Bicycle Patrols a Hit With Residents
PERSPECTIVE ON SOUTH AFRICA : The Triumph of Decency Awaits : Amy Biehl dedicated herself to goodness in a land of savagery. Now black and white cry out together: No more!
Portrait of Encino : WEALTH, HISTORY AND LOTS OF STARS
Woodside Posts Division-Best Third Sportsman Win
Florida State Kicks Off Kansas, 42-0 : College football: 12-play, goal-line stand highlights easy victory for No. 1 Seminoles.
COVER STORY : Storming Back From the Brink : The pressures of success nearly did in Kurt Cobain and Nirvana. Now, after a break--and with a new album--he's set to rock again. But don't expect the elder statesman of grunge to be a role model or anything
FICTION
ELECTRONIC BOOKS : We Have Seen the Future, and It Beeps
ECHO PARK : Youth Sues MTA, Alleges Racial Bias
An Improbable Love : CAPE OF STORMS: The First Life of Adamastor, By Andre Brink (Simon & Schuster: $16; 141 pp.)
WILSHIRE : City to Beef Up Spray Paint Checks
Diverse Standards Prove Difficult for U.S. Firms
Joint Project for Movie Complex Ends in Lawsuit : Litigation: A venture between AMC Theaters and a nonprofit group at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza disintegrates. Meanwhile, Magic Johnson's company proceeds with its own theater project.
Max Sinclair; Co-Founder of Paint Company
It's Ma Bell Against Her Grown-up Babies : Communications: Acquiring McCaw and getting into the cellular business is loaded with downside potential for AT&T;.
L.A. School District Proves Again It's Beyond Help : Repeated attempts at getting the education bureaucrats to bend and adapt have been rebuffed with nothing but lip service.
North Calls for Truce, Urges Regional Airport Authority
2 Well-Timed Examples of Public Spirit : * Builder, Businessman Give Welcome Gifts of Land to Improve Street, Build Firehouse
Beilenson, Gallegly Ideas in U.S. Spotlight : Politics: County's congressmen take higher profiles as their get-tough proposals fuel the growing national debate over illegal immigration.
This One Was Hard to Watch
COVER STORY : You've Got to Hand It to Janet Jackson
Singaporeans Finally Elect a President
Iraqi POWs Get a Howdy in New Hampshire Town : Relocation: U.S. Army sergeant is sponsoring the former enemies. They have jobs and local sweethearts.
Celebration of Faith
CRENSHAW : New Credit Union to Open Wednesday
THE PINK PANTHER FINDS HIS VOICE
THOUSAND OAKS : Homeless Man Suspect in Church Burglaries
Ban on Blythe Street Gangs May Go Too Far : Limited Injunctions Have Best Chance of Survival in Court
PREP FOOTBALL '93: Century League : Orange
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Gonzalez's Three Homers Crush Orioles
Is Image Anything? : Andre Agassi's Pitch Has Taken a Turn These Days: He Says Tennis Has Become His No. 1 Priority
BASEBALL / ROSS NEWHAN : Pennant Race Aside, the Giants' Struggle Isn't Over
THAT'S COOL, HEH HEH: Beavis and Butt-head...
MUSIC : Salonen, One Year Later : Esa-Pekka Salonen has the L.A. Philharmonic playing brilliantly and he dares explore uncharted avenues--but his penchant for brash experiments raises some doubts
DOWNTOWN : Chinese, Jews Mark Intertwined History
Nuclear Blast Survivor Declares War on the Russian Army : Lawsuit: Yuri D. Sorokin wants $52,000 from the Defense Ministry for radiation exposure during a 1954 test.
Egyptian Theatre: the Sequel : Landmark: The historic movie house, built in 1922 and closed last year, could see new life as the CRA supports bid by nonprofit film group to operate it.
The Pajama Game
A summary of selected City Hall actions...
Glendora : Doctor to Be Arraigned
Retro : Serving a Masterpiece : KOCE POURS OUT ALL 68 EPISODES OF GREAT BRITAIN'S 'UPSTAIRS, DOWNSTAIRS'
RECRUITING : Another Hot Prospect Picks UCLA
Plans for Movie Complex at Mall End Bitterly : Lawsuit: A much-heralded venture between AMC Theaters and a nonprofit group disintegrates into litigation. Meanwhile, Magic Johnson's company plans to go ahead with its own project.
NEW MUPPETS, NEW ADDRESS FOR 'SESAME STREET'
First Guard Division Deactivated, a Victim of Cutbacks
Proposals for Charter Schools Are Rejected : Education: Acting chief Stanley G. Oswalt says the plans lacked details and raised fiscal concerns. Supporters say the independence would have spurred achievement.
Families Valued
Fox in Police Station a Tip-Off to New Habitat : Ecology: As urbanization spreads through Europe, more and more wild animals are settling in the cities. Humans are encouraged to welcome them.
Family History Proves Bewitching to Descendants of Salem 'Witches' : Colonial America: Three presidents, Clara Barton, Walt Disney, Joan Kennedy and one unborn child are among those whose ancestors were accused of consorting with the devil 300 years ago.
CALIFORNIA ALBUM : Harvest of Fame : Although less than 25 years old, wineries in the Temecula Valley have achieved credibility. But they are still seeking to gain a reputation as noteworthy vinters.
Oregon Town Was a Haven During WWII : Northwest: Hundreds of Japanese-Americans were evicted from the West Coast amid wartime hysteria. But this farming town welcomed them.
Cleaner but Not Clean : Tainted Urban Runoff Remains Key Threat to Santa Monica Bay
GOLF / DAN HAFNER : Turning 50 Not Enough to Win on Senior Tour Now
Filipinos See Need to Boost Political Clout : Activism: Tony Grey's defeat in Oxnard City Council race was a wake-up call for leaders to look beyond their insular, traditional community.
GOLF ROUNDUP : Norman, Price Have Piece of Four-Way Tie
Los Lobos: How the Wolves Survived : For 20 years, they've kept their back-yard charm while developing into something far greater than 'just another band from East L.A.'
Innocents Abroad / THE SEQUEL : In 1867, young Mark Twain recorded his impressions of what has become a rite of passage: the Grand tour of Europe. Here's how it's done in 1993.
HIV-Positive Status Brings Attempted Murder Charges in More Sex Cases : Law: Critics say added count plays on the public's fear of AIDS. Prosecutors say infected persons who have unprotected sex are like assailants with gun.
World IN BRIEF : SOUTH AFRICA : Woman Killed in Racial Attacks
DAYTIME'S ON A ROLL WITH ROLE REVERSALS
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON STATE : Bacteria Sickens Six, Closes Restaurant
World IN BRIEF : RUSSIA : Engine Failure Cited in Fatal Jet Crash
Sheriff's Sweepstakes : 1,229 Applicants Begin Testing for 25 Vacancies in Ventura County Department
14-Year-Old Boy Killed When Spat Ends in Gunshot
2 Men Injured During Gunfight in La Colonia
Low-Cost Housing May Go Up in Smoke if Library Is Sold
BOXING / TIM KAWAKAMI : Heavyweights Not Rushing Into Anything
PREP FOOTBALL '93: Century League : FACTS AND FIGURES : 1992 in Review
AP Football Poll Was Invented Just 'To Keep the Pot Boiling'
A look inside Hollywood and the movies : Action-Filled Agenda for Gale Anne Hurd
ALBUM REVIEW
INDUSTRY CHATTER: Rap kingpin Russell Simmons denies...
Honda Hopes '94 Accord Will Return It to Driver's Seat : Autos: The Japanese company that once dominated U.S. sales has lost leadership to rivals. But executives say they are confident of reversing the decline with the new Accord.
Let's Not Repeat the Fiscal Policy Mistakes of the Early 1930s
BEHIND THE BESTSELLER : Consider This
ROCKIN' ROGER: First Brother Roger Clinton finally...
SOUTH GATE : Pipeline Foes Fail to Sway Council
Diverse Activists Honor Dr. King in Capital March
That Time-Honored Democratic Party Tradition: Self-Destruction : Politics: Since the Chicago Convention of 1968, the Democrats have specialized in internecine warfare. A sorry affair for the party of F.D.R.
A look inside Hollywood and the movies : No Money but Plenty of the Vision Thing : Two secretaries aim to move to the other side of the desk after 'Sweet Potato Ride' comes out
Deffenbaugh Advances in Eastern Surfing
More Investors LEAP Into the Options Fray
Imagining Mother : HEART EARTH: A Memoir, By Ivan Doig (Atheneum: $19; 160 pp.)
VERMONT RIVER by W. D. Wetherell...
Complete Loafing Guide to the Napa Valley : Where to Take Out Breads, Meats and Other Goodies to Make a Picnic as You Like It
A Pattern of Cosmic Wrongdoing : ZADDIK, By David Rosenbaum (Mysterious Press: $19.95; 438 pp.)
Sunday Reader Angst : Getting Real About the Estate
Unraveling of Case May Have Spared Innocent Man
Cancer Cases Reviewed After Misdiagnoses
Nigerian Unions Call Strike in Effort to Oust Government
Arcadia : Bear Caught and Relocated
CRENSHAW : Bigger Police Force Is Focus of Meeting
World IN BRIEF : COLOMBIA : Guerrillas Kill 13 Police Officers
More Bits and Pieces From Brooks
ON-RAMP
Low-Cost Lodging Options for Travelers in Russia : Youth hostels in Moscow and St. Petersburg now offer cheap beds . . .and reservations.
Were Korean War POWs Sent to U.S.S.R? New Evidence Surfaces : Probe: Former Marine corporal spent 33 months as a prisoner and was interrogated by Soviet agents who thought he was a pilot.
Ecuadorean Cloud Forest a Living Textbook for High School Students : Andes: Atlanta school hopes to build an ecological preserve that will attract scientists as well as students to study and to protect a disappearing habitat.
LEIMERT PARK : Youths Get Chance to Run a Business
WITH AN EYE ON ... : Clare Carey's real family upbringing helps her on the set of 'Coach'
This Hound Can't Hunt, and the Swans Can't Fly : Topiary: The garden art began in Europe 300 years ago and is relatively rare in the United States. But more and more visitors come to the parks to experience the peace of another age.
Anxiety Rises on East Coast as Hurricane Emily Nears : Weather: With past storms fresh in mind, residents stock up. Forecasters say system is taking a path likely to spare South Florida.
City Prepares to Seek Restitution of Alleged Misspending : Lawsuit: Council wants to scrutinize the petty cash account for possible litigation involving 'Dolly' Vollaire.
'Vehicle Tag' Turns Deadly for Man, 25
Volunteers Sought for Waste Drop-Off
FICTION
Benelux Rises a Notch on the 'Must-See' List
There's a Right Way : HOW TO DO THINGS RIGHT: The Revelations of a Fussy Man, By L. Rust Hills (David R. Godine: $22.95 cloth, $15.95 paper; 320 pp.)
AN ELEGY FOR SEPTEMBER by John...
Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas Creates a Club for Seniors : Rooms for $37 nightly, free buffets and other inducements come with 'Gold Club' membership.
An Accelerated Course in European History : Tours: High schoolers are whirling faster than ever through Europe. Yet somehow the blur is rewarding.
Kyman Controls CSUN Scrimmage
BOXING : Ruelas Is a Big Hit at the Forum
Poor choice of words casts a spell of embarrassment over Hawthorne's mayor.
1 Killed, 3 Wounded in Shooting; Suspect Held
Something to Chew On : Tobacco Ban Prompts Reflection of Role Models
Winless Rams Get No Relief From Raiders : Pro football: Hostetler impressive, but Jaeger's 37-yard field goal with 14 seconds to play gives them 20-19 victory.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NATION : Irish Freshman Injures Shoulder
VOLLEYBALL : Sinjin Smith Sings the Blues After Defeat
Leckner Is Signed by Philadelphia
DIVING : China Continues Dominance on Final Day of Competition
Zooming In on Life : THE FLIGHT OF ANDY BURNS, By Alice Mattison (William Morrow: $18; 256 pp.)
VICTORIAN LADY TRAVELLERS by Dorothy Middleton...
'This Trip Has Been a Dream Come True'
Desire Under the Oranges : DISOBEDIENCE, By Michael Drinkard (W.W. Norton: $21.95; 349 pp.)
Nation IN BRIEF : MARYLAND : Cross Burning Law Is Struck Down
Singapore's New Leader Has Pro-Labor Past
It Doesn't Please the Court : U.S. Justices Threaten Legal Action Against Maverick Lawyer Because of Publication of Arguments in 23 Landmark Cases
MCA Can Derail Red Line Link With Signature
Fidelity Title Booming as Lean, Mean Machine : Insurance: West Pointer William Foley's hard-edged style of management and acquisition has led to phenomenal growth of Irvine-based firm.
Mt. Whitney Trail Provides a Peak Experience
L.A. SPEAK
BOYLE HEIGHTS : Trial to Begin on Eviction of Clinic
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
LIFE AMONG THE SAVAGES by Shirley...
Covered Bridge on Endangered Species List : History: Arson attacks, vandalism and neglect are reducing their numbers. The bridges are a reminder of a slower and simpler lifestyle.
Japan Rice Harvest Dips
Friends With a Past Playing Tunes That Last
In Rejecting Hermosillo, the City Council Defines What Leadership Is : Governance: L.A.'s 'translators' may be the future leaders who can achieve consensus in the midst of conflict and inequality.
LOS ANGELES TIMES / INTERVIEW : Madeleine Kunin : In the Political Trenches at the Department of Education
Out of the Swamp of Wetland Policy : Clinton Administration wades into deep end of vital water quality issue
Sales Drop 10% From '92 : Home Sales Drop 10% From '92, 50% From '88 High
The Menance of Nihilism : Untangling the Roots of the Violence Around Us--Onscreen and Off
Moguls at the Gates : Part Robin Hood, Part Robber Baron, Russia's Wild Capitalists Are Skirting The Law, Making Fortunes And, Maybe, Saving The Country
Broad Support Seen for LBCC Voting Plan : Education: Proposal to elect college trustees by district aims to improve the ethnic diversity of the board. It has received virtually no criticism.
Claremont : Credit Union Is 60 Years Old
Iraqis Put Off Talks at U.N., Cite 'Security'
5,000 Expected at East L.A. Job Fair
The Spiraling Gestapo State Is Among Us : Bureaucrats and forfeiture laws are taking away our liberty.
Amy Biehl's Life Was Short but Her Legacy Is Immortal
OJAI : Motorcyclist Dies As He Strikes Tree
Charting Her Own Path in Education : Profile: Principal Yvonne Chan is dynamic and savvy. She puts those qualities to work for students at the Vaughn charter school.
Fear Spins Out : Stock Car Driver Burdett Overcomes Stigma and Reveals He Has HIV
Japanese Take Crash Course in Basketball at Dominguez Hills : Goodwill: To help prepare for Asian Games, 13 players from national team worked with Toro Coach Dave Yanai.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Quarterback Race Focuses on Cook
MARIAH CAREY"Music Box" Columbia* 1/2If you have...
Forgotten Marine's Tribulations Didn't End With Captivity : Korean War: Nick Flores' sacrifices counted for naught when he returned to the States. He was denied an honorable discharge and refused a commendation--until POW-MIA investigators found his records.
German Corrections
Coastal Development and the 'Merry Ecoists'
Protecting, Lauding Immigrants' Labors
Nate Holden
Why Not Crawford?
CSUN's Part of the Graffiti Solution
Religious Revivals
200 Years Ago, Plague Spurred Modern Medicine : Health: The 1793 outbreak of yellow fever in Philadelphia had a profound effect on medicine, politics and literature. It led to the creation of public health departments, quarantines and public water systems.
Professor's Lament on Declining College Standards, Performance
Air Cargo Ban a Drag on Economy