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At 2-Year Mark, Yeltsin Sees Parallels to Peter the Great
SOUTH-CENTRAL : Computer Lessons With Teacher Input
TNT's Monster Revision : NEW MOVIE DEPARTS FROM FRANKENSTEIN LORE AND TELLS THE ORIGINAL STORY
VENTURA : Dye Could Help Police Nab Thief Red-Handed
Obituaries : * Thomas Thompson; Author, TV Producer
Kirby and Masakayan Advance in Hermosa Beach Volleyball
Roque, Castro Get Rolling at Hermosa Beach : Volleyball: The WPVA's No. 4 team is impressive in advancing to quarterfinals. They have a showdown today with top-seeded Kirby and Masakayan.
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Tigers Trounce Blue Jays Again, 12-1
Meet Is Back on Track, but Will Athletes Be Ready? : Track: Coaches express concern that many of the participants will not be in peak condition for the state finals.
*** NEIL YOUNG, "Unplugged"; Reprise : *** ROD STEWART, "Unplugged . . . And Seated"; Warner Bros. : *** VARIOUS ARTISTS, "Uptown Unplugged"; Uptown/MCA
What Is There About Buses, Bombs and Writers?
MICKEY MOLE : A Behind-the-Screens Look at Disney Reveals Who the Big Cheese Really Was
World IN BRIEF : IRAN : President Rafsanjani Wins a 2nd Term
Control Freaks : Kids are spending untold hours playing video games. Is this harmless or dangerous?
The Real and Imagined Dorset of Thomas Hardy : The Victorian novelist's vivid descriptions inspire travelers roaming southern England
ANAHEIM ARENA
U.N. Launches 2nd Aerial Attack on Somali Warlord : Africa: Raid led by U.S. aircraft appears aimed near Aidid's compound. Clinton calls first offensive a justifiable response to 'savage attack' on peacekeepers.
1,200 a Day Seek Gun Permits in S. Africa
BEHIND THE BESTSELLERS : A Better Life for $5.95
PETERSON FIRST GUIDES: Trees by George...
Pleasures and Treasures of England : WOODSTOCK : A Town to Specialize In
Exhibit Explores Vibrant, Rich Past
3 From O.C. Headed for Building Industry Group's Hall of Fame : Recognition: Honorees include Carole P. Eichen, only the second woman to be inducted in the institution.
THE WINE LIST
The Irish Struggle Within : THE HEATHER BLAZING, By Colm Toibin (Viking: $20; 245 pp.)
MELTING POT : The Real L.A. Speak
Protesters Drown Out Carter Speech
Profile : Brenda Fricker's Serious Sister Act
Lonely Algerian Singles Break With Tradition by Advertising for Mates : North Africa: A lack of acceptable meeting places and the increasing rejection of arranged marriages makes the anonymous newspaper search for partners a logical step.
Retired Detective Still Tracks 'Boston Strangler' : Crime: Former New York police officer believes that at least four of the murders were committed by a man who died in 1981.
A New Way to Preserve Family History : Education: A computer program offered at some colleges helps students turn memoirs into books.
Cartoon of Mulroney Wins Magazine a Ban
Interactive TV Pact Appears Near for Time Warner, TCI, Microsoft
REGIONAL REPORT : Airports Fear Rivalry From Converted Bases : Development: Officials are afraid Pentagon cutbacks will spark costly, damaging competition among operators.
Builder Braces for Another Suit : Litigation: Condo owners in Stanton complex allege shoddy construction by William Lyon Co., which denies charges.
Sizing Up the Schools
Planting Trees Can Stop Air Pollution
EVERYBODY'S TALKIN' 'BOUT A NEW WAY OF WALKIN' : Viisha Sedlak Is the Evangelist of Moving Fast While Always Keeping One Foot on the Ground
TAXI FROM HELL: Confessions of a Russian...
In Angola, Diamonds Are a Struggling Smuggler's Best Friend : Survival: Nearly two decades of civil war have spared only the oil fields, which the government controls, and the lucrative diamond mines, held by the rebels.
THE NOWHERE CAPER : American and Continental Cuisine Plus a Terrific Wine List Are Luring Diners to Downey
World IN BRIEF : NIGERIA : 2 Civilians Vie in Vote for Presidency
Lighthouse Ready Made for Memories
Melee Reflects New Threat to L.A. Firefighting Crews
EL SERENO : Teen Court Judges Wilson High Peers
Witness to Murder: Out of Fear, Many Americans Choose to Keep Silent : Crime: Society seems to be losing its ability to care. But experts say the biggest deterrent to speaking out is the threat of getting hurt by getting involved.
Temple City : Assistant Principal Named
Wild and Tender Places of the Heart : WHISTLING AND OTHER STORIES, By Myra Goldberg (Zoland Books: $19.95; 182 pp.) : COME TO ME, By Amy Bloom (Aaron Asher Books / HarperCollins: $20; 180 pp.)
FICTION
The Life and Times of Les Paul : LES PAUL: An American Original, By Mary Alice Shaughnessy (William Morrow: $25; 320 pp.)
6 Arrested in Bootleg Video Ring
2 Men Shot in Port Hueneme
OXNARD : 400 Filipino-Americans Note Independence Day
Venice Ducks Get Reprieve--at Least for Now : Standoff: Faced with vocal supporters and telephone threats, officials temporarily abandon roundup. Activists deny making calls but plan to keep protecting the birds.
. . . Meanwhile, Back in the A&R; Dept.
FILM FLAMMERY : Have You Heard the One About the Liar Who Got a Film Deal?
From Famine, a Feast of Musical Theater
Bridgford Foods Corp.: The Anaheim producer of...
Airline Seeks to Switch John Wayne Flights
FICTION
'Sanctuary From City' Without Commute : Crestwood Hills: Hillside community just minutes from Westwood offers country atmosphere, sense of privacy.
FIDELITIES: A Book of Stories by...
Riding the Snake : Packed into cargo boats and stealing onto planes, a growing wave of Chinese immigrants is entering the United States, drawn by American dreams and, increasingly, financed by Chinese mobsters.
An Elemental Lesson : THE BODY IN FOUR PARTS, By Janet Kauffman (Graywolf Press: $18; 144 pp.)
MID-CITY : L.A. High's Class for Young Mothers
Brave New Mind : LISTENING TO PROZAC: A Psychiatrist Explores Antidepressant Drugs and the Remaking of the Self, By Peter Kramer (Viking: $23; 300 pp.)
'Between Weathers' in Scotland's Shetland Isles
Azusa : City to Buy Water Company
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES : Global Competitiveness in Manufacturing
Tax Questions Raised About Court Candidate : Law: Stephen Breyer only recently paid Social Security levies for domestic worker, White House acknowledges.
S. Korean Police, Students Clash
SOUTH GATE : Exiles Find Solace at Casa Cuba
Arcadia : Armory Will Close Aug. 1
Students Learn the Fine Art of Sensitivity : Education: Kids from Audubon Middle School tutor severely disabled youths from the Foundation for the Junior Blind in a program that paints a picture of hope.
When an 800-lb. Gorilla Becomes Dead Weight : Voters Now Turn Against Clinton
Dealing With Japan: Steady but Careful : A headstrong Administration may be heading for trouble
Why Political Thuggery and Terror Hold Sway in Liberia and Somalia : Africa: Massacres will continue unless the international community gets tough and refuses to reward the fruits of battlefield victories.
Flying High : Flags Through California's History
Teachers Get 2 Days Off for Taking Pay Cut : Schools: Each of three remaining checks will be $100 short, as Inglewood district cuts expenses through end of year.
'Most Wanted' Prompts Calls
2 Adults, Toddler Shot in Apparent Family Dispute in Newhall
COMMENTARIES ON CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITIES : One of the few institutions left in the United States that can boast global supremacy is in danger of being demolished.
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Springer the Stopper to Seek First Save
They Still Need Their Space : Things are a lot less bohemian and a lot more community-oriented as facilities and artists scramble to survive changing times
The New Plan: Um, How About If We Make Some Good Records?
Deep Down Diaper Divers
Toxic Fumes Kill Two at Metal Smelting Plant
America's Role in Asia: Be a 20th-Century Great Britain : Foreign relations: The U.S. must maintain a military presence and strengthen and redefine its ties to Japan if it wants to be a player for peace.
SOUTH-CENTRAL : Approval to Build Supermarket Sought
Still Here, Still Desperate : Like it or not, the homeless are our neighbors. Treating them with the same kindness and respect we expect is the least we can do.
Notes about your surroundings
In Step With Philippine Independence : Heritage: Performance of a national dance is the centerpiece of a celebration of the nation's history.
Driver Killed, Passenger Hurt in Crash
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJOR LEAGUES : Bird Dog Works, Plays in Milwaukee
Mansell Grabs Pole in Detroit GP
Dickerson Rushing to a Falcon Tryout : Pro football: NFL's second-leading runner wants to go, but he is still under contract with Raiders, so a trade would have to be worked out.
God Isn't Dead--He's Just in Development at Fox
How Things Really Stack Up at the Capitol Records Tower : A shake-up is going down at Hollywood and Vine, with a new chief coming in and artists and employees waiting to see if they're heading out
So What's Next, Natalie? : Natalie Cole wooed hundreds of unlikely fans with a novelty album of dad Nat's songs. Her new album tries to gently pull along audiences to the next stage of her music. But she's not forgetting her pop-R&B; roots
ALBUM REVIEW : *** NATALIE COLE, "Take a Look"; Elektra
Taiwan's Erotic Funerals Likely to Include Strippers, Popular Music and Festivities
Teen actors compete for a good cause on 'Star Kids Challenge'
Words Are Trickier Than Sticks or Stones
THOUSAND OAKS : Reward Offered for Leads to Robberies
Fearful Denver Becomes Gangs War Zone : Violence: One mother tells of hearing 30 gunshots in a brief period one night. Finger of blame points everywhere as tally of drive-by shooting victims grows.
Development May force Homeless From Hilltop Haven : Thousand Oaks: Squatters for years have camped out at the site with scenic views. But two new projects planned would transform the locale.
Riordan Shows Savvy--and Naivete--at State Capitol
Mental Health Clinic's Disrepair Threatens Service : County: Reactions of parents, health officials often differ on call to close children's unit.
Piniella Provokes Mariners : Baseball: His pointed criticism of their poor play gets their attention enough for them to beat the Angels, 2-0.
WESTSIDE/VALLEY : Images From a Life in Photography
Ax Falls on 2 Library Branches in Palos Verdes : Budget: Board votes to cut 19 employees, trim hours and scale back on buying materials. Closures scheduled for July.
Vehicles of Hostage's Family Are Recovered; Suspects Still At Large
Wake-Up Call Alarming: Better Answer It : * With Enough Effort, We Can Make Orange the Only Color That Matters in the County
Chick, Picus Were Generations Apart : The foundation for the challenger's win in the 3rd District City Council race may have been set in November, when voters showed they were ready for a new breed of leader.
Taylor Has Found a Home at Fremont
THE TIMES 1993 SPRING ALL-COUNTY TEAMS : Western's Woods Is a Steady Force : Player of the year: Junior golfer sparks team to third-place finish in league and wins section individual title.
NAMES AND NUMBERS
WATER POLO / ALAMO CUP : U.S. Comes Back Strong Against Cuba, 8-5
Stokes Comes West on a Mission, Clears Two Big Hurdles : High school track: He finishes second and proves to himself that he belongs among nation's elite and to National Scholastic Outdoor promoters that they should have paid his travel expenses.
NBA FINALS : Suns Could Use Some Magic From Johnson : Game 3: Phoenix heads into Chicago two games down, with point guard's poor performance getting much of the blame.
Is Democracy the Best Political System for Fostering Economic Growth?
THE OUTNATION: A Search for the Soul...
A Cloud of Butterflies : ANGELS & INSECTS: Two Novellas, By A. S. Byatt (Turtle Bay Books: $21; 337 pp.)
Berkeley Battles the Blues : Beset by Shriveling State Support, UC Students and Faculty Wonder When the Bloodletting Will Stop--and if the University's Luster Is Forever Tarnished
Find Out If You'll Like Living in the Neighborhood Before You Make Home Purchase
Breast-Feeding Becomes Workplace Issue : Business: Advocates say working mothers need a sanitary place to pump milk for later use.
Harley Bash Is Hog Heaven for Bikers
Designer Gives Japan a Taste of U.S.
CHINATOWN : Helping to Prevent Youth Pregnancies
Residents Threaten Suit to Close Landfill : Waste disposal: BKK wants to stay open as long as 2006 and alter some ridgelines. Homeowners, who fear a loss of property values, want a 1985 agreement upheld.
DOWNTOWN : Apartment Owners Face Charges Again
2 Residents Named to Commission on Fund Solicitations
Florence's Uffizi Palace to Reopen Next Sunday
City Wants to Go From Zero to ZIP With Its Identity
Get the Financing Before You Buy Home
Pamela Harriman Ready-Made Envoy to France : Diplomacy: At 73, the multimillionaire takes over a U.S. Embassy with a staff of 1,000. She plans to deal directly with French leaders, 'voice to voice.'
Building Industry Says Speedy Doesn't Have to Mean Shoddy : Construction: '80s boom caused only a few isolated problems in huge O.C. market, officials maintain.
150 Meet to Seek Agreement on Neighborhood Issues : Community: The town hall gathering also sought to dissolve distrust among residents associations.
Nursing a Desire to Improve Convalescent Care
San Gabriel : Obstetrics Ward to Open
At Euro Disney, It's M-I-C-K-E-WINE
Restoration Project Puts Ex-Loggers to Work Saving Trees : Forestry: Removal of logging roads lessens erosion and stream pollution in redwood country. It also creates jobs in areas hit hard by timber industry layoffs.
U.N. Warns Cambodians Against 'Pressure' : Asia: Peacekeepers have been targets of violence. Breakaway 'autonomous zone' is announced.
GOOD DIRT: Confessions of a Conservationist ...
Testing Inadequate, Report Alleges : Safety: Engineering firm did not find contamination, but says monitoring of ground water near landfill is insufficient. County officials dispute the claim.
MID-WILSHIRE : Reliving Reality at Acting Workshop
Medical School's Woes Linked to Ethics : Minnesota: Accusations fly amid talk of fraud, embezzlement, conflicts of interest and the lure of profits arising from medical research and treatment.
Anguish but No Answers a Year After 3 Women's Disappearance : Crime: They were apparently kidnaped after a high school graduation party. Police found no suspects and few clues.
Clinton Sputtering Over Energy Taxes
CLOSE UP : Taylor-made
Renewing Ground on Repaired Water Pipe
SCHOOL DAYS : Class Cut-Ups
Missionary Turns Tribes Off Heroin, Onto Wholesome Crops : Thailand: Hill people live with benefactor for three months after undergoing detoxification. They learn how to live without drugs, then return home.
Cairo Sours Over Traffic, Pollution, Population : Egypt: The real trouble could lie in the intense frustration of the thousands of young residents rebelling against a metropolis they have never come to embrace.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES : Troops in Somalia
State Lawmakers Look for Ways to Soften Budget Blows to Counties
COLUMN LEFT / MAXINE WATERS : Hard Cases Hold the Key to Urban Peace : Too many inner-city men have given up, on themselves and the rest of us.
PERSONAL PERSPECTIVE : Even Behind Iron Curtain the Voice of Liberty Called
OXNARD : Mall 'Can-Structions' to Help Fight Hunger
Joint Anti-Gang Effort Hits the Mark : * TARGET Program Involving County, Westminster Should Be Tried in More Cities
Gruber Adjusting to Routine : Baseball: Angel was a stranger to the trainer's room. Now he battles pain and impatience as he tries to recapture his strength.
THE BOX NEXT TO FILM CLIPS : Hate From Down Under : Director Geoffrey Wright survived death threats to make 'Romper Stomper,' a graphic look at Australian skinheads
Into a Festa Italia Some Rain Must Fall
Nude Dancing at Massage Parlor Fails to Win OK
Mining Discontent, Striking Electoral Gold : Victors May Be Held Accountable for Promises to the Valley
City OKs Landscape Fee Hikes for Property Owners
WATER POLO / ALAMO CUP : U.S. Makes Adjustments, Beats Cuba
U.S. Players Favor Style Change : Soccer: Americans prefer attacking game rather than the ball-control approach that Milutinovic prefers. They play Germany today.
As Many as 5,000 Join March for Jesus in Santa Clarita : Religion: Ex-gang members and charismatic Christians alike unite in the local celebration.
U.S. OPEN : A Restless Spirit at Jack's Place : Nicklaus, U.S. Open Return This Week to Baltusrol Where Golfer Won Two Titles
THE TIMES 1993 SPRING ALL-COUNTY TEAMS : ALL-COUNTY BOYS' TRACK AND FIELD
TENNIS / THOMAS BONK : Navratilova Still Given a Good Shot
WESTSIDE/VALLEY : Sound Philosophy : New Age luminary Yanni reflects on his musical exploration, the struggles of the planet and performing at the base of the Parthenon
Tiny Bugs Assaulting Stands of Hemlocks in Catoctin Mountain Park : Environment: The endangered zone for the trees stretches from the Carolinas to southern New England. The insects also are spreading to western Pennsylvania.
Perky Program
COVER STORY : Trouble Underfoot : Environment: Angered by a glut of factories, landfills and auto repair shops, opponents of a proposed oil pipeline say it's just another example of 'environmental racism.' The project's backers say it will mean jobs.
Complaint Alleges Mortuary Negligence : Funeral homes: A group campaigns for stricter adherence to industry regulations. A state action targets two establishments in South-Central.
Now as Then, Watts Games Help Unify in Troubled Times
BELL GARDENS : Building of Low-Cost Homes Under Way
L.A.'s Middle Class Captures City Hall
Peninsula's Salmonson Leads Red to Win in Classic
THE TIMES 1993 SPRING ALL-COUNTY TEAMS : Parrish's Bid for State Title Gets Jump Start : Athlete of the year: Meet is rescheduled, giving Marina senior another shot.
Cromsigt Breaks Slump With Saugus Win : Motor racing: Palmdale racer takes Pro Stock main event when Fleming spins out after slight collision with Horst on final lap.
THE TIMES 1993 SPRING ALL-COUNTY TEAMS : ALL-COUNTY GOLF
PRO BASEBALL / MIKE HISERMAN : Milstien Tries Positioning Self for Final Jump
A Liberal Dose of Support Propelled Riordan
Robbery Victims Urge Security Bill : Crime: The Assembly has passed a measure requiring video cameras and silent alarms at supermarkets and drugstores. Industry cites costs and says they may not deter holdups.
Army Facility Memorializes WW II Hero
Forging a Consensus on Cleanup
A Victory, Regardless of the Score : The opponents were racial tension and fear when the Hollywood and Manual Arts high football teams met in 1967. Courage and mutual respect prevailed.
FAMILY : Older Women Pay Price of Divorce
ANAHEIM ARENA : THE BASICS : What to Expect With Tickets, Traffic, Food
CITY ARTS : Mumbo Gumbo
ANAHEIM ARENA : Arena Sports Tenants
Clinton Thanks Students for Opening White House Mail
LOS ANGELES TIMES INTERVIEW: Lynn Yonekura : Using Medicine for Social Change: Treating Addicted Moms and Babies
NEWS ANALYSIS : Raids Redefine Rules for U.N. Peacekeeping
Mt. Wilson Poised to Reclaim Starring Role in Astronomy : Science: Telescope used in historic discoveries has been in mothballs for almost a decade. New technology will help it probe the heavens again.
A Sea of Difference Between Real World and Reel World : In Steven Spielberg's movie 'Jurassic Park,' scientists can recreate dinosaurs from dinosaur DNA. In reality, an expert says, such an event is highly unlikely.
Marmonte League Trio Baffles Channel Hitters : All-star baseball: Treadway, Puga, Farris each work three innings, keep opponents at bay with off-speed pitches in 6-1 victory.
WESTSIDE/VALLEY : Guitarist's New Label Out on a Mission
Reluctant to Be Rescued : Despite Huge Losses, Airlines Worry About New Government Activism
A Step-by-Step Encounter With the Cotswolds : West England's hill country rewards the slow inspection of the walker--even when the going gets a little wet.
THE GIRLS IN THE BALCONY: Women, Men...
Turn Tables on Termites
ANAHEIM ARENA : Food and Drink : Some Other Establishments Just Around the Corner
Exclusive! Why Real People Appear on Daytime TV
Fast and Free Removal of Graffiti
School District Surviving by Deferring Bills, Purchases : Education: Officials hope they can keep up the fiscal balancing act until the end of the school year, even without an immediate state loan.
South Bay Ballet welcomes the summer season...
Site Dispute Blocks Plans for Boys & Girls Club : Simi Valley: Residents peacefully picket an office building, whose owner says the proposed $3.2-million youth center will be an eyesore.
Dodgers Hang On to Win : Baseball: Piazza has four passed balls, but Hansen's pinch-hit, two-run single in eighth beats Padres, 6-4.
GOLF ROUNDUP : Lidback Can Look at Two-Shot Lead
Fertile Grounds for Dissent : Critics of England's Soccer Team Are Piling It On After Two Losses
A Duck's View: Disney's Logo Is a Foul Fowl
Cal State Dominguez Hills Selects Woman as Athletic Director
"BRASILEIRINHO: CHOROS, CHORINHOS, BOSSAS & BACH." Paula...
MTV has so far failed in attempts...
Cut-Rate Prices, Not Performances
The Zen Family Way
Falling for Yosemite
People Weren't Fooled on Card Club
Reporting on Cal Poly President
OSCAR AND PAUL
A 'Quantum' Solution
LETTERS : Dino-Sore
Parkland Should Be Kept Free of Buildings
FLANNERY WILL GET YOU NOWHERE
Princess Applause
Smog Trade-Off Plan Ignores Harbor Threat
Proposed Cuts in Library Services
Transportation Corridor Agencies' Claims in Times Ad Challenged
The Rich Are Different From You and Me--They Charge to Open the Door : Newport: Millionaires' Row is the largest tourist attraction in Rhode Island. A dozen of the most opulent mansions admit anyone for $6 or $7--quite a comedown from the days when an invitation required $5 million.
No Way a Weed
RIORDAN WINS MAYOR'S RACE
Streets That Flow Sweetly Through the...
Environmentalists Seek Support for Wish List : Proposal: Volunteers will try to collect enough signatures to get a $2-billion bond initiative on state ballot in 1994. The county would get $98.05 million to purchase land for 17 park and wildlife sites.
Monkey Death Trial Did Not Address Issues
Dana Point Headlands Specific Plan: 'Chilling Scenario' of Development
Disney Co.'s Arena Tactics, Price Increases
City Contribution to Grad Night '93
Metric System May Be Right for These Times
Readers' Options for Seniors Who Need Long-Term Care
All the Talk in Libraries Is of Cuts in Hours : Budget: As of July 1, facilities will be closed Fridays, with some open less than half the time they are now. Some patrons are ready to throw the book at county.
Surveillance Program Deserves More Credit
Fire Station and Del Mar Boulevard
Private Schools Subsidy?
School Was Right to Ban Navajos
International Day Has a Lesson for All
Caution: Rough Road Ahead for 'Smart Street' in South County
Putting a Stop to Sexual Harassment
Fond Memories of Arcadia Park
Mother Objects to Rehashing of Her Son's Death
Sepulveda Basin Is a Bad Choice for Arts Park
Rows by Any Other Name Would Sell as Sweet : Tudor-era shop galleries attract visitors to Chester on England's west coast.
Museum Director Becomes Lightning Rod for Discord : Science: Cutbacks, layoffs beset natural history institution. Retiring Craig Black defends 11-year record.
Parents May Find Snags in Going Private
Santa Ana Schools Back to Square One : Education: District's hopes for an economic windfall to ease overcrowding die when city scraps redevelopment plans. Now it's back to waiting in line for scarce state funds.
2 Adults, Girl Shot During Family Dispute
Anxiety in the Pipeline : Some South Bay Residents Object to Proposal to Build Another Underground Oil Line to Refineries
NOTEBOOK : Lopez Wins Steve Robinson Scholarship
STILL PUTTING: Maybe it's been a down...
TIMES ORANGE COUNTY POLL : Voucher Plan Gets High Marks : Education: Measure to let parents use taxes for private school is backed by 57% of the voters.
CHP Sidelines 8 of 34 School Buses in 2nd Surprise Inspection : Magic Mountain: The inspectors check vehicles transporting students to grad night celebrations. They find problems with brakes, lights and driver's licenses.
'Bugs' Slow Move to Interleague Play, Realignment
HOLLYWOOD PARK : Paseana Holds Off Bold Windy to Win Milady by Half-Length
Simi Valley's Bennett Helps East Win With His Legs : All-star football: Quarterback has key 15-yard run in late scoring drive of 23-19 victory.
Calkins Claims Titles in 2 Events
Each Contestant Hopes to Win by a Whisker : Animals: About 800 pampered felines are vying for a variety of honors at the Anaheim Convention Center. There are even categories for run-of-the-mill pets.
PORT HUENEME : Officer Shoots, Kills Charging Pit Bull
TV REVIEWS : Nuns Down Under in 'Brides of Christ'
The Great Cover-Up : Using Slipcovers to Hide Old Furniture Flaws, Create New Look Has Permanent Appeal
Yeltsin Asks to Enter GATT by End of Year
High Court OKs Stiffer Penalty for Hate Crimes : Jurisprudence: Civil rights and religious leaders breathe a sigh of relief at the 9-0 ruling.
Aging Nuns Transform Mobile Home Park : The elderly: Women who took their vows 50 years ago can no longer turn to their orders for care. About 70 find refuge and ministry in Florida facility.
Court Reverses Verdict in Case of 'Duck' Sign
Boy Drowns, Girl Critically Hurt in 2 Pool Accidents
Man Sought in Slaying Kills Self
Museum of Art Paints Plan to Raise Money : Culture: Because of Oxnard cuts, the center will establish an advisory board, memberships and charge admission fees.
NORTHRIDGE : CSUN Head Defends Low Graduation Rate
DWP Banned From Using Civil Service Ratings : Workplace: Action comes in response to charges that results were manipulated to favor certain people for high-level promotions.
LOS ANGELES : Man Kills Woman, Wounds 2, Fatally Shoots Himself
VIETNAMESE: Father John Vo, an associate pastor...
Jury Awards $1 Million to Freeway Crash Victim
Another Possible Victim of Child Molester Found
Jordan Begins to Ponder End of His Road : Pro basketball: With little to prove on the court and finding negative press off of it, a third consecutive NBA title could be enough to let Bull star walk away on his own terms.
Annual Event Retains Theme of Harmony : Watts Games: More than 12,000 athletes in 12 sports from throughout Southland will come together for spirited competition.
Flakiness a Sure Sign Paint Repairs Needed
A New Enemy Is Born, and He Lives Next Door : Ethnic strife: Fighting divides Croats and Muslims in Travnik, yet another microcosm of a horrific war.
REMODELING : Add On a Permit to Bootleg Building
SIMI VALLEY : 18-Year-Old Man Dies in Pickup Truck Crash
SUN VALLEY : Man Stable After Freeway Shooting
Countywide : Freeway Interchange Suddenly Closed
FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Schools Revise Policy Against Weapons
Budget Cuts Also Paint Grim Picture for Valley : Spending: In addition to publicized health care and jail reductions, swift-water rescue operations and libraries will be affected.
Simi Considers Spreading Air Cleanup Cost : Environment: Adviser urges fees be paid for all new developments--large or small.
ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : A Scandal's Questions Linger
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Marlins' 21 Hits Defeat Pirates, 11-3
Water Crosses a Key Bridge With Its MCA Records Deal
COMMENTARY : Barkley Rips Through Bulls, Then Attacks Phoenix Fans