- Obituaries - Nov. 30, 1993
- Obituaries - Nov. 30, 1993
- Notes on a Scorecard - Nov. 30, 1993
- World View : U.S. Defense Industry Heeds Call to Arms--by Foreigners : * With the Pentagon buying less, jobs depend on orders from abroad--which raises troubling questions.
- Airlines and L.A. to Meet on Fee Feud : Airport: Talks in Washington will seek to avoid a threatened LAX shutdown on Saturday. The firms may pay the higher landing charges under protest.
- FEWER ORANGE FIRS: Sales of Christmas trees...
- Trains Kill Pedestrian, Motorist
- Getting the Southland Back on Track : Regional economy: Creating an industry to make the vehicles of the future could arrest the shift to low-wage, low-skill jobs.
- Passed Over for Nomination, Mexico City Mayor Quits : Politics: Manuel Camacho had been a top contender for ruling party's presidential candidacy. Some fear he may join opposition.
- Bosnia Foes Agree to Resume Talks, but Serbia's President Takes Defiant Stance : Balkans: The warring parties meet in Geneva. But troop movements and Milosevic's tough talk dash hopes of a peace accord.
- Tree-Killing Mistletoe Threatens Local Forests : Environment: Federal crews are working to eradicate cousin of popular Yuletide symbol, which is strangling pines in Los Padres and big arbores in Angeles.
- BANKING & FINANCE - Nov. 30, 1993
- OTHER NEWS - Nov. 30, 1993
- OTHER NEWS - Nov. 30, 1993
- INTERNATIONAL
- Starve the Wrongheaded Urban Legends, Feed the Truth
- Elders Pushes for Health Education
- 3 Tarzana Children Seriously Hurt as Car Loses Brakes, Hits Stroller
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Delays Nearly Over for Children's Wing
- Brister Leads Eagles Over Redskins
- INTERNATIONAL
- Irvine-Based CMS Enhancements Earns First-Quarter Profit of 2 Cents Per Share
- CHINA
- Ship Captures 3 Dolphins After Evading Activists : Wildlife: Protesters had hoped to stop the expedition by a Chicago aquarium. The animals are kept temporarily in a holding tank in San Diego.
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : San Clemente
- Riordan Accuses Airlines of 'Lies' on Landing Fees
- Somali Chief Boycotts Aid Conference
- Man, 60, Killed in Truck Accident
- Booked Up
- Holiday Hassle Eased : Airport Crowds Appear Somewhat Smaller Than Usual
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : El Toro
- The Numbers Don't Add Up to Full Story : Hall Inductee Blyleven Had Plenty Up His Sleeve
- HOLLYWOOD PARK : Matriarch Is Inside Job for Flawlessly
- Schneider Impressive in World Cup Slalom
- Hubble Mission Countdown Gets Under Way
- Southland Gets Prime View of Eclipse
- Platform : Gun Tax: Burden or Progressive Reform?
- MAKING A DIFFERENCE : One County's Approach: Take Child's Play Seriously
- THE MAYOR'S COMMISSIONERS : Changing of the Guard : Riordan Calls on 3 Key Commissions to Be His Cavalry
- Ventura Defeats Antelope Valley in College Tournament Title Game
- COMMENTARY : Rams Didn't Have Situation Covered
- TELEVISIONA Football Player's Story: Shooting begins today...
- MUSIC REVIEW : Vocals Thin, Dry at Monteverdi Tribute
- Love for Popcorn Sparks Business Venture : Bill Sanderson makes a living with his favorite snack. His Cal Corn Inc. in Irvine operates stores and a direct-mail business.
- Services Offer Car Buyers Some High-Tech Help : Autos: By computer, phone and fax, consumers can get price information with the touch of a button.
- VIETNAM
- CULTURE WATCH : Them's Fightin' Words!
- HEATER WARNING: In the wake of the...
- Gadfly, Long a Thorn in Burbank City Council's Side, Jabs a New Target : Government: He contends Redevelopment Agency owes him relocation fees. His rental home was purchased after he was evicted.
- THE MAYOR'S COMMISSIONERS : Changing of the Guard
- These Babies Don't Need Big Brother : Cloning: Conceiving twins, whether they're born together or years apart, is a personal matter.
- Here's an Idea: Hold Off on Immigration : There's nothing 'nativist' about pausing to assimilate the swell of recent newcomers.
- Names for New Schools Pour Into Hart District : Education: The dozens of suggestions range from the inspirational to the humorous. A committee will make a recommendation Dec. 8.
- Couples Plays Heavy, Palmer Gets Skinned : Golf: Stewart wins competition again with $280,000. Fans' favorite is blanked.
- Neither Wind, Rain Nor Patriots Can Stop the Jets, 6-0
- Warren Commission Report Is Proving True
- PDA Engineering
- Market Slump Seen as Return to 'Reality' : Japan: Flagging consumer confidence blocks economic upswing, analysts say.
- 'I Don't Know What to Do to Stay Alive'
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Community Theater to Open in December
- Michael Nyman Composes a 'Piano' Success : Movies: Britain's new-music man wins acceptance with the Jane Campion film's score after years of Establishment resistance.
- Latino Caucus Gains Clout in Legislature as Population Shifts : Politics: A growing contingent of lawmakers played a key role in fights over immigration and schools, and authored significant legislation. A goal is to elect a statewide officeholder.
- Garry Moore; Pioneer in TV Quiz, Variety Shows
- Youth / OPINION
- Christmas Brought to You by Santa, His Elves and His Leopard
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : Mission Viejo
- Life, Loves of Composer Clara Schumann Make 'a Good Story' : Music: Pianist Rebecca Rollins will present tribute to the woman who was married to Robert Schumann, had 'close friendship' with Johannes Brahms.
- Two Anti-Fascist Films and Fellini's Parting Shot
- BOOK REVIEW / MEMOIR : Paradise Lost, Regained and Researched : SPRING STREET SUMMER: The Search for a Lost Paradise <i> by Christopher Hudson</i> ; Alfred A. Knopf, $23, 272 pages
- Officer Hit by Drunk Driving Suspect : Van Nuys: LAPD veteran, in serious condition, was working sobriety checkpoint. Felony hit-and-run charges are expected.
- COLLEGE HOCKEY : Miami of Ohio Wins Final, 6-2
- Falcons Hang On After Building an Early Lead : Interconference: Cleveland's rally falls short in 17-14 loss, as Atlanta wins for fifth time in six games.
- RAM NOTEBOOK : Rice Still Sticking It to Defenders
- Bowl-Bound Cal Defeats Hawaii, 42-18 : College football: Chapman scores four times for Bears, who appear headed for the Alamo Bowl.
- Weekend Reviews : Pop : Browne Celebrates Rich Legacy at Amphitheatre
- 'Tis Season to Spend, If Strong Initial Sales Hold Up : Economy: Several national chains said California sales exceeded expectations for the Friday-to-Sunday kickoff period.
- Lego Hopes to Build Success at Family Park : Recreation: The planned Carlsbad attraction will offer sedate, peaceful amusement.
- LESSER LIGHTS: Candy canes are already hanging...
- Car Strikes 3 Children as Brakes Fail
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : Mater Dei
- SPOTLIGHT / A GLANCE AT THIS WEEK IN THE NFL : THE WIZARDS OF BLAHS
- Broncos Win, 17-9, but Kingdome Jinx Remains : AFC: Denver gets first victory at Seattle since 1989, but it loses Vance Johnson for season because of broken ankle.
- Will 'Lion King' Be Disney's Next 'Beast'? : Movies: The studio hopes to generate the same cross-generational excitement as 'Aladdin' and 'Beauty and the Beast' with a 4-minute trailer.
- OCCUPATION: Sushi Chef
- Tax Rules Influence Love, Marriage and Divorce : Finances: Depending on which way your love life turns, you could wind up with a financial benefit or a penalty.
- Room to Vroom : Orange County Auto Show Finds New Digs
- CHINA
- SECRET FOR SUCCESS: Women seem to have...
- In Memory of a Fallen Son
- Gripe : 'Graffiti Drains a Neighborhood of Its Pride'
- A Showdown in the Skies Over LAX
- RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA : New Facility Going Up in Town Center
- Multicultural Manners : A Coffee Break Gone Awry
- Botched Finish : Desormeaux's Error Might Have Cost Kotashaan More Than Win in Japan
- The Fall Guy : At Least Stan Wright Gets to the Hall of Fame on Time
- Oilers Beat Steelers for Sixth Win in a Row, 23-3 : AFC: Moon passes for 295 yards to lead Houston over Pittsburgh and to first place in the Central.
- After 22 Years, Bob Barker's Still Right for 'Price'
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Zapp Zips Through a Funky, Dance-Happy Party
- Factory Flight : Manufacturing, Once State's Economic Pulse, Is Fading Fast and Unlikely to Revive Soon
- Club Owner's Research Is Never Quite Done
- Migrants' Social, Economic Ties to Mexico Stay Strong : Finances: Those who come north to work provide seed money for businesses and community projects back home.
- Authorities Say Clogged Heater Killed 2 Children : Safety: Their parents remain in serious condition. Another family of four that was in the house is OK.
- When the Poor Visit the Rich in El Salvador : A protest march takes a rare turn into the world of boutiques and mansions, but was it seen?
- The Street-Name Police: They Check Forward and Back
- Mannix Takes Positive Approach to His Game
- UC Irvine Women Lose Basketball Season Opener
- JAZZ REVIEWS : Corea's New Elektric Band Loose, Airy
- TV REVIEWS : 'The Quarrel' Frames the Debate on Holocaust
- Murder Leads Workplace Deaths in 5 States : Violence: District of Columbia also joins in highest fatality figures. New York probably leads. Overall worker deaths declined in 1980s.
- Japanese Stock Index Plunges to Year's Lowest Level
- Rushdie Visit With Clinton Irks Muslims
- Suspect Arrested After Argument Turns Deadly
- Rancher Is a Throwback to the Days of True Grit : Aliso Canyon: A. E. (Bud) Sloan's 5,000 acres burned in recent wildfires. But the hardy 77-year-old, one of a dwindling breed, is a survivor.
- Community Essay : 'Think About the Beaten-Down Look in the Eyes of Too Many Children' : A job as a private detective provides a window on the city; the views are disturbing.
- 49ers Sure Aren't Complaining Now : San Francisco: Everyone is happy and everything is clicking for a team that has won five straight.
- Petrominerals Corp.: The Tustin crude-oil and natural-gas...
- Matson Builders Hire VP for Home Building
- JAPAN
- Making Teens Part of the Solution : O.C. Doctor Seeks Gang Members' Help in Ending Violence
- City Hall Power Shifts to Eclectic, Pragmatic Team : Government: Emphasis for Riordan commissioners is on the bottom line. Fewer appointees are from urban core.
- The Unending Struggle for Healthy Air : Even in hard times the effort must be pressed, inch by inch
- 33 Drunk-Driving Arrests Reported
- Second Opinion / OTHER MEDIA : LOS ANGELES SENTINEL : Repressive 'Gang Attire' Ban Sends the Wrong Signal
- The Mayor's Commissioners
- Another Day, Another Austrian Victory : Skiing: Stangassinger wins slalom after teammate misses gate near finish at World Cup event in Park City.
- Author Vows to Lead Way to Paint L.A. Beautiful
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Zapp's Exuberance Overcomes Gimmicks
- Russia's Crashing Economy Grounds Shuttle Factory : Aerospace: The plant boasted one of Soviet science's proudest successes in space. Now it makes bath tiles.
- Parking Ticket Disputes Move From Courts to Casual Setting : Citations: Since responsibility has shifted to cities, appeals are made to a hearing officer in conference room. Otherwise, system remains the same--pay fine or fight it.
- FULLERTON : On the Road With the Bookmobile
- MOORPARK : School Committee's Suggestions Criticized
- POINT MUGU STATE PARK : Campsites Closed by Wildfires to Reopen
- Hunger in a Season of Feasts : Federal and local answers must be found for a problem that afflicts millions in U.S.
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : 1992-93 IN REVIEW : Standings
- Rams Knocked Senseless by 49ers, 35-10 : Pro football: Young, Rice and Taylor are almost unstoppable for San Francisco. Rubley throws a late touchdown pass.
- U2 Fans Get a Close-Up of Bono
- ENERGY
- A Few Non-Fattening Reasons to Give Thanks
- 87-Year-Old's Antarctic Expedition Jeopardized
- Only U.S. leper colony faces uncertain future : Scientific advances, budget cuts could close the Louisiana facility.
- Ford Road Realignment to Add Lane to MacArthur Boulevard
- Booth Captures Rolex Junior Classic
- INTERNATIONAL
- CHINA
- INTERNATIONAL
- Patient Care Advocacy Program Ages Well
- 5 Killed, 8 Injured in Sarajevo Mortar Attack
- Man Showing Off Grenade in French Eatery Loses Hand
- 30 Jailed in French Dragnet
- SANTA ANA : Tutoring Program Gets 'A' From Pupils
- VENTURA : Jetty Extension to Be Finished Soon
- Firefighters Find Hillside Crevice Near Residences : Camarillo: Fractures overlooking housing tract and mobile-home park spark fears of rockslide. Homeowners official plans a geological inspection.
- OXNARD : School Staff Workers Back Smoking Ban
- Montana Inspires Faith in Chiefs : AFC: In first appearance in nearly a month, quarterback passes for two touchdowns in 23-7 victory over Bills.
- Unbeaten West Virginia Loses in the Coalition : College football: The Mountaineers are second in coaches' poll, but third in the one that counts.
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : Capistrano Valley
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Oklahoma State Stops SMU
- MUSIC REVIEW : Prokofiev by Salonen Lacks Polish, Focus
- JAZZ REVIEWS : Trio Showcases Its Leader's Skills
- INTERNATIONAL
- SWAT Team Arrests Man in Slaying
- The Club Guy : To his fans, Rudolf <i> is</i> nightlife. The veteran clubographer is out to wake up the L.A. scene.
- Tips on Playing It Safe When Pulled Over Late at Night
- ORANGE : Group Tries to Offset Subscription Cuts
- Rams Give an Inch, 49ers Take a Mile
- Daluiso's Kick Lifts Giants Past Cardinals : NFC: Former Bruin's 54-yard field goal with 32 seconds remaining is his first since 1991. It gives New York a 19-17 victory.
- NBA ROUNDUP : Warriors' Webber Injured in Victory Over Pistons
- Favre Rolls Out a 13-10 Victory for the Packers : NFC: His touchdown pass to Sharpe with 1:16 remaining leads Green Bay past Tampa Bay and into a tie for first in the Central.
- Aimee Mann Sails a Sea of Heartbreak : Pop music: The Til Tuesday songwriter's solo debut album, 'Whatever,' comes partly out of her 'bouts with <i> machisma</i> .'
- Trimedyne Inc.: The Irvine medical laser company...
- German State's Leader, Cabinet Resign : Scandal: The politicians step down amid allegations of padded paychecks. The move is a further embarrassment to Chancellor Kohl.
- Kevorkian Urged Death Research, Report Says
- CHINA
- INTERNATIONAL
- Sermon : On Why Immigration Is a Religious Issue
- COUNTYWIDE : Literacy Groups Seek Volunteer Tutors
- SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Ray Bradbury to Pay Anniversary Tribute
- GOLF ROUNDUP : Lehman Wins $250,000 in Japan
- It's a Quieter Thanksgiving at the Box Office : Movies: Theater grosses slumped this holiday weekend because of bad weather and few huge hits. But the $105-million total ain't hay.
- How About Dead U.S. Presidents?
- Quiet on This Set
- Fund's Up-And-Comer Keeps 'Balance' : Investing: Since 1985, under Patricia Bannan, Phoenix unit's assets have soared from $100 million to $3 billion.
- WASHINGTON INSIGHT
- Officer at Sobriety Checkpoint Is Run Over by Car
- Disclosure of Secret IRA Contacts Embarrasses Major, Perils Accord
- COLUMN ONE : The 'Seedy' Side of CD-ROMs : Computer pornography has reignited an old debate in a high-tech arena. Critics worry that the privacy and interactivity that make the sexually explicit discs a hot seller also make them dangerous.
- Moon-Watchers Get Good Show Despite Clouds : Astronomy: The lunar eclipse was total--an infrequent event that was enjoyed by amateur stargazers young and old.
- Allen Named MVP as Edmonton Wins Grey Cup, 33-23
- WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL NCAA TOURNAMENT : UCLA, Long Beach Seeded First in Regions
- Utah Accepts Freedom Bowl, Will Face Trojans on Dec. 30
- Bad Case of Bungles Stops Raiders Cold : Pro football: Cincinnati gets its first victory as L.A. misses four field goals and drops at least that many passes, 16-10.
- WATER POLO / NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS : USC Goal Disallowed; Stanford Wins
- Robert Altman's 'Short Cuts' Is a Blunt Attack on Women
- Accused Rapist Beaten, Stabbed by Fellow Inmates
- Today's Agenda
- Mother Stands By Accused Son : Trial: Biker lawyer allegedly masterminded the slayings of three people in a 1980 motorcycle-gang plot involving drugs.
- BOY'S BASKETBALL 1993-1994: SOUTH COAST LEAGUE : Dana Hills
- INTERNATIONAL
- Case Illustrates Flaws in Child Abuse Trials : Courts: Dale Akiki's acquittal was a stinging rebuke to the system that arrested and tried him. Some question the prominence of social workers and therapists in obtaining testimony.
- Caught Between Two Educational Systems : Education: Children of migrant workers face constant disruptions and distinct teaching methods. But some school officials try to break the destructive pattern.
- THE MAYOR'S COMMISSIONERS : Changing of the Guard : Road to City Hall Still Paved by Big Givers, Supporters
- New Sex Education Policy for Disabled Under Study : Schools: Teachers worry that revised county guidelines could be too restrictive, and hinder students' access to crucial health information.
- COUNTYWIDE : Need for Bilingual Librarians Cited
- NHL ROUNDUP : Rangers Back to Winning Ways
- Forgive and Forget : After 21 Years, Sprinters Leave Past Behind and Make Their Way in Teaching Others
- South Carolina Will Face Titans in Soccer
- Weekend Reviews : De La Soul Leaves Behind the Fun in Its Rush to Rap
- JAZZ REVIEW : Flutist Hofmann's Sans-Frills Style Has Lots of Thrills
- Vikings Can't Let Go, so Saints Hold On : NFC: After penalty nullifies game-tying kick, New Orleans blocks a last-minute field-goal attempt to defeat Minnesota, 17-14.
- Here, a Forced Smile Is Better Than No Smile
- O.C. POP MUSIC REVIEW : LL Cool J Has Heat Despite Empty Seats
- THE ECONOMY
- JODELL E. PINESETT: President, Orange County chapter, National Assn. of Urban Bankers
- Mexico Party Names Pick for President : Politics: Luis Donaldo Colosio is virtually assured of winning next year's election. The ruling party candidate would usher in closer economic ties with the U.S. under NAFTA.
- Popularity of Hindu Extremists Slips in State Elections in India
- Clinton Team Tries to Push Foreign Policy
- Academic Achiever Called Dedicated, Caring : Thousand Oaks: Sommer Gentry, 16, earned the top score of 7,147 points in the recent decathlon. She is active in school and her community.
- IRVINE : Building a Heritage of Satisfied Readers
- Sales Tax Dollars Fuel Curb Repair Work at Bus Stops
- Are They Kidding? N.Y. Comics Say They Love L.A. : There's Work, Comfort Here That's Lacking in Big Apple
- Frank Sinatra
- Firefighters
- NAFTA
- City Council Salaries
- Bilingual Education
- Pay Hikes for UC Hospital Heads
- Where Is Electric Car?
- It's Time to Put the Brakes on the Mad Drive to Buy Foreign Stocks, Analysts Say
- New Chicano Student Rebels
- Notes on a Scorecard - Nov. 29, 1993
- Obituaries - Nov. 29, 1993
- Word on Street: Young Toughs, Same Old Story : Gang life: Orange County teens are drawn to the groups despite the violence and risks involved.
- Double Serving of Magic : Parade Lovers Feast With Christmas Processions on Eastside, in Hollywood
- WHY GUN OWNERSHIP IS A RIGHT : Civilian Defense Is Time-Honored : The right to self-protection, whether against a foreign tyrant or a street mugger, has held for 200 years.
- TECHNOLOGY - Nov. 29, 1993
- The one and only Child
- CAL STATE L.A. : Symposium Studies Inter-Ethnic Strife
- THE GREAT DIVIDE: ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION ON ONE DAY : FLORIST
- Eateries, Food Industry Cater to Brown-Baggers
- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES : Defense Budget
- COUNTRY CLUB PARK : Holiday Toy Drive Donations Sought
- Taiwan's Ruling Party Wins Local Vote, Cements Position : Asia: President Lee puts his prestige on the line and Nationalists get 15 of 23 posts in mayoral and county magistrate races.
- Golf Courses Are Gobbling Up Too Much Open Space : The Valley has some of the last morsels of valuable undeveloped vistas and wildlife. They shouldn't be turned into more fairways and greens.
- Sunday Briefing : Gangs: Concerns Now Countywide
- Laguna Blaze Sure to Heat Up '94 Races : Politics: Fire devastation sets the stage for a bloody battle between environmental and pro-business interests in council and water district elections.
- Christian Scientists to Sell Radio Station
- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES : Mining Law Overhaul
- Flat as a Tortilla? : Doo Dah Plays to Less Than a Full House, Gets Mixed Reviews
- Big Hitters Who Can't Hear : For This Eight-Man Football Team, the Signals Are Silent
- Bengals Are Down, but Still Not Out : Raiders: Cincinnati, which beat L.A. in overtime last season, will seek a repeat today and its first victory of '93.
- Why the Mid-Sized Theater Vacuum?
- 'Nobody Knows We're Here' : Mall Languishes With Empty Storefronts, Trickle of Business
- Coloradan Sows Seeds of a Farm Loan Revolt : Agriculture: He tells farmers they can beat the debt game, and collects a $300 fee. But he also claims to have a sky link to Congress and says Navy killed judges.
- A Cultural Task, Not a Court Duty : Only the American people can restore decency
- The Unions' Challenge: Don't Lock in Temp Jobs : Labor: Timing and an eager President rescued the flight attendants, but big companies like American Airlines may have long-term advantages.
- Man Hospitalized After Boat Collision
- Putting Mass Transit on the Right Track : * Commuters Will Welcome Additional OCTA Train Station in Orange, Bus Stop at Site
- The Embers Die but the Need Continues : * Generous Fire Aid Should Not Lessen Efforts to Assist Other Groups Year-Round
- COLLEGE HOCKEY : Miami of Ohio Advances to Final on 60-Foot Shot
- Hart-Breaking Finish Kicks Up a Lively Debate
- THE NFL : It's No Picnic for Johnson
- Title Runs for Thousand Oaks, Nordhoff, Skieresz : State girls' cross-country: Nekota places second to give Agoura a 1-2 finish, but Chargers come in fifth.
- BOYS' BASKETBALL 1993-94 / SMALL SCHOOLS
- 'A Very Legitimate Form of Employment': The Stars of DTV
- MUSIC : Practice, Practice . . . Payoff ? : Ivo Pogorelich's contest at Ambassador lures pianists from around the world in the name of art, competition and--well, there is that $100,000 top prize
- DANCE : Taking Another Crack at It : Can American Ballet Theatre's new 'Nutcracker' rescue the company from harsh fiscal realities of the '90s and capture the imagination of children into the 21st Century?
- U.N. Funds Yield Little in Somalia : Africa: Most of the hundreds of millions of dollars has been spent on its own troops and support services. Only a fraction has gone for projects that directly benefit the people.
- Retro : The Sons Also Ride
- District Won't Pay for Trustee's Defense : Education: Colleagues turn down Harris' request that school board pick up his legal fees in sexual and racial harassment case.
- MID-CITY : Friend of Disabled Honored for Efforts
- BOYS' BASKETBALL 1993-94 / SMALL SCHOOLS
- BOYS' BASKETBALL 1993-94 / SMALL SCHOOLS
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS : Orange, Pacific Coast Send Six to Semifinals
- DONE DEALS: Look for Jerry Moss and...
- Cream of the Local Scene: Musically They're All Over the Map
- MOVIES : Bypassing the Big Picture : The films rarely make it to theaters, and you probably won't be dazzled by expensive visuals or high-paid stars. But direct-to-videos are high-concept entertainment--and, best of all, they're new
- BELL GARDENS : Council Passes Probe of Residency
- A summary of selected City Hall actions this past week affecting Central Los Angeles. : CITY COUNCIL
- Debate Stalls Plan to Spend Mayor's Fund for Homeless : Government: Ernie Kell is criticized for not disbursing money, but City Council still disagrees on how to do it.
- Clinton Terms Anti-Crime Bill His Top Priority
- L.A. Remakes Itself : Can public works help restore shared values to a city divided by fear and suspicion?
- A Strategy for Global Peace After Cold War : Policy: 75 years after Wilson articulated his 14 points, today's best foreign-policy minds update the list to reflect changes in the world.
- No Escaping the Flaws at New Prison : Lancaster Facility Needs Quick Security Fix if It Hopes to Hold Community Support
- UCI to Offer Sought-After Vietnamese Courses
- Mayor's Wisdom in Casting RLA in a Supporting Role
- Hansen First in Year's Last Race
- Penn State Rallies From 20-Point Hole
- Lakers Nearly Prevent Another Road Victory : Pro basketball: Leading by 14 with 2:28 to play, they hold off Timberwolves, 96-92, to end trip.
- Expected Patriot Sale Sparks Maneuvering : Pro football: Intriguing transaction probably will come after owners name second expansion franchise.
- Cream of the Local Scene: Musically They're All Over the Map
- JAZZ SPOTLIGHT
- The Weldon Manifesto : TROUBLE, <i> By Fay Weldon (Viking: $21; 228 pp.)</i>
- Pressing Issue for the '90s: Ironing
- WILDCAT FALLING by Mudrooroo (Angus &...
- California Corner
- WATTS : State Seeks to Block Operation of Home
- Heartland (Disney Channel Wednesday at 11 p.m.)...
- THE GREAT DIVIDE: ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION ON ONE DAY : BORDER PATROL AGENT
- WITH AN EYE ON ... : Career takes flight for 'Wings' actress Rebecca Schull (a.k.a. Fay)
- Hospital Aides Are Unpaid, but Enriched : Volunteers: Programs give students a taste of the real world and, for many, an all-too-rare sense of self-worth.