- Women Cope With Anxiety Left by Serial Rapist : Ojai Valley Residents Vigilant, Angry as Calls, Rumors Flood Police
- CALABASAS : City Opens New Tennis, Pool Facility
- Safety Complaints Led to Firing, Lawyer Alleges : Court: In closing arguments, she says two women suing Toyota of Garden Grove lost their jobs for expressing concern about the parking lot.
- OXNARD : Bullet Takes Strange Path; Motorist OK
- Salsa Defeats Vancouver, 3-2, on Late Penalty Kick
- Fauria Pawing Ground to Get at Michigan
- Xanthos Named Coach of the Year
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS
- ELECTIONS / SUPERVISORS : 4 in Race for 2 Seats Find Little Consensus : Board: The candidates appear at a Bar Assn. forum and seem to agree only on the need for more judges at the East County Courthouse.
- Chaminade Student Has Air About Him : Himelstein Broadcasts Play-by-Play of High School's Football Games
- U.S. Davis Cup Team Looks for Redemption
- Angels Fire Coaches Macha and Oliveras
- Davis Returns Quietly
- NORTHRIDGE : Freshmen Rush for CSUN Frats and Sororities
- Seafood Dealer Accused of Cruelty in Turtles' Deaths
- SAN CLEMENTE : Sobriety Checkpoint Will Be Conducted
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Brinks Posts Reward in Guard's Slaying
- Teen to Face Trial as Adult in UCI Student's Slaying : Courts: Judge cites concern that 17-year-old gang member captured in Boston might flee in ordering him held without bail in County Jail's juvenile section.
- Uniform Rule Unravels at Santa Clarita School
- COVINA : Council Votes Tax Similar to One That Led to Ousters
- BURBANK : Curator Gives Whale's Tale a New Twist
- Kings Win; Solidarity Comes First : Hockey: Players trade rare handshakes with Rangers before 1-0 victory in symbolic move before possible lockout.
- SCC No Patsy Against Aztecs
- Rockers, Talkers, Blues Streaks
- Charges Could Fall After Eavesdropping
- CARSON : Gunman Sought in Killing of Liquor Store Customer
- DNA Evidence Ruled Admissible in County
- The Inner Child : After Discovering Problem, Dodger Pitcher Gott and His Wife Work With Autistic Son
- Southern California's toughest high school water polo...
- FAIRPLEX : Stewards Suspend Jockey
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Sidelined Kennedy Seeks Eligibility
- College Basketball
- TV Reviews : NBC's Strongest Evening of the Week Has Its Weak Spot
- Gateway Communications Inc.: The firm said that...
- WATCH THE SKY INFLATE : Batteries, Tigers Are Shapes of Things to Come in Tustin
- Cafe & Deli: Just Plain Good
- Search in Simpson Case Upheld
- PALMDALE : City Council OKs Contract With Sheriff's Department
- BURBANK : Goldthwait Fined for Prank on 'Tonight Show'
- BUENA PARK : City Hikes O'Rourke's Salary to Keep Him
- SAN FERNANDO : Volunteers to Clean Park's Playground
- Near Full Recovery for Quake-Damaged St. John's : Health care: Repair project will allow hospital, minus one wing, to reopen inpatient services Oct. 3.
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Fullerton Beats Palomar in Volleyball
- Rodgers Passes Buck to Bavasi : Angels: Four months after his firing, he blames general manager, not Brown, for decision.
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Assistants Say They Weren't Fighting
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Lawsuit Filed Against Valencia Marketplace : Development: Citizen groups object to the size and environmental impact of the planned shopping center.
- Mel Baty has been hired as water...
- Deal to Bring Ceballos to Lakers Nearly Done
- Badminton's First Family : Brittons Bemoan the Sport's Status in America, but Dominate It Heading Into Top Event at UCLA
- The Wallflower of the Root World
- Groat Expectation
- BRIEFLY : Quakes: Workshops Cover Safety Measures
- U.S. Starts Dismantling Haiti Army, Orders End to Beatings : Caribbean: American commanders move to abolish feared armored unit. More than 1,000 MPs will help enforce peace after brutal attacks on civilians.
- Let There Be Night : High-output lamps light the way for trail cyclists who seek new challenges. Cool air and high speeds come with the territory.
- Dig Ancient History With a Thai to the Present
- CRISIS IN THE CARIBBEAN : U.S. Forces in Cap Haitien Confront a Difficult Mop-Up Operation : Assistance: As residents and Marines get used to each other, garbage collection proves fascinating to the citizenry.
- Some Weird Hoppenings on the Playboy Bunny Trail
- SOUTH BAY / COVER STORY : Sub Culture : Catalina Island Sinks to New Depths With Underwater Attractions in an Effort to Attract More Tourists
- GARDEN GROVE : 6 New Firefighters Hired by Department
- THOUSAND OAKS : Searchlights OKd for Arts Plaza Opening
- $5 Million OKd to Expand Santa Monicas : Parks: House-Senate panel's appropriation for the recreation area tops the 1994 total by $1 million.
- VAN NUYS : Anti-Prostitution Program Under Way
- TOXIC DISCHARGES
- Woman, 24, Is Struck, Killed by Motorcycle
- IRVINE : UCI Professor Wins International Award
- Father, Grandmother Seek Custody of Abused Boy : Child welfare: Battle is brewing among relatives to raise the severely injured 10-year-old, whose aunt faces abuse, torture charges.
- LOS ANGELES : Trial of Accused Madam Fleiss Likely to Be Delayed
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NATION : Spurrier Apologizes to Tennessee Coach
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL / GENE WOJCIECHOWSKI : 'Air McNair' Hype Flying High
- Theater Review : Strong Acting Helps STOP-GAP Spread the Word
- Hollywood: Mix-up in Naming of Square
- Discovery of Cancer Gene
- Finances: Assessing Tax for Library Services
- Animals: Cancellation of Fair's Elephant Ride
- Mormons: Biblical Basis for Their Beliefs
- Job Security
- Language: A Story With Rhyme and Reason
- Civic Center: Fallout Over Campaign Tactics
- Life in Wartime
- Environment: Ways to Use Recycled Water
- Venice: Proposed Changes to Boardwalk Setup Draw Criticism
- Murder: Official Attention to Slaying
- AFTERSHOCK WATCH
- Gang Problem
- Crime Prevention
- Haiti Invasion Averted
- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 22, 1994
- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 22, 1994
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- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 22, 1994
- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 22, 1994
- Obituaries - Sept. 22, 1994
- Obituaries - Sept. 22, 1994
- Notes on a Scorecard - Sept. 22, 1994
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 22, 1994
- Search in Simpson Case Upheld
- CIA Appears Convinced Spy Ames Has Nothing Left to Tell : Espionage: Former agency official names no other 'moles' or accomplices, sources say. Cooperation is meant to win leniency for his wife.
- Update
- Edison Employees File Suit Alleging Race Discrimination : Workplace: African Americans' suit is being handled by a celebrated plaintiffs' law firm.
- With the legal cloud lifting and music as the only certainty in his career, marketing experts tell Michael Jackson: : Don't Quit Your Day Job
- Carter's Foreign Policy Exploits Cause Unease
- MTA Chief Launches Bid to Revamp Construction Arm : Transit: White hires executive to review troubled Rail Construction Corp. Board delays effort to dissolve agency.
- Reno Rebuffs Wilson, Says State Hasn't Sought Immigration Funds
- RITZ AT 10: The Ritz-Carlton hotel in...
- Aristide Thanks U.S., Urges End to Violence : Leadership: Haitian president bows to pressure but balks at praising pact designed to restore him to power.
- New Council OKs Tax That Sparked Recall : Budget: In effort to close $2.3-million shortfall, Covina leaders vote 4 to 1 in favor of an 8.25% utility fee, higher than the previously proposed levy.
- Dishing It Out : Coverage: TV stations training their antennas on the O.J. Simpson case have created a veritable 'media city' across the street from the courthouse.
- Privatize Workers' Comp System, Wachs Urges City : Government: L.A.'s scandal-plagued claims setup wastes millions of dollars, the councilman says. Program's supervisor says the plan is premature.
- Jackson Not Charged but Not Absolved
- Jule Styne Dies; Prolific Composer of Broadway Hits
- Richard A. Heyman; Among First Openly Gay Officeholders
- Central : GARDEN GROVE : 2 Suspects Sought After 2 Are Stabbed, 1 Fatally
- County OKs Funds for Cal State Project
- Northwest : CYPRESS : School Smoking Ban Takes Effect Dec. 19
- Countywide : TV Production Made Easy
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Class Puts Thoughts on Fume Scare Into Writing
- DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES : Protesters Call for LAPD Reinstatement of Parks
- <i> 'Don't have kids, please.'</i> : Friends in Life, Death : Tragedy: Crash claims three inseparable companions on their way home from weekend visit with young buddies in Arizona.
- COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Santa Barbara Sweeps Titans in Volleyball
- Chapman Football Tickets on Sale Now
- The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : dBASE for Windows Slow but Compatible
- It's Hard for 2 to Keep Time on the Same Biological Clock
- Rescuer Drives 65 Miles in Futile Hospital Search
- Franco Moschino; Creator of Irreverent Fashion Designs
- Ex-Cheerleader's Suit Claims School Charged Illegal Fees
- OXNARD : City Council Creates Youth Commission
- Newport/Costa Mesa/Irvine : COSTA MESA : Man Critically Wounded in Stabbing at Housing Complex
- LANCASTER : Suspect in Mall Slaying of Teen-Ager Surrenders
- Stanley's Dreams Have Become Reality : Soccer: USC women's coach thinks possibilities are unlimited for program in burgeoning sport.
- Newport Harbor Stays Atop Volleyball Poll
- AT&T; Home Work : Telecommute Day Reaches O.C.
- AIRLINES
- UCLA Forecast for State Is Surprisingly Rosy : Economy: Report says California will see a 1% net gain in new jobs in 1994 as recovery moves faster than expected.
- Antioxidants: Cancer Prevention or a Waste of Time? : Health: Two studies dispute the nutrients' effectiveness. Some say all the findings really reveal is a need for more research.
- Orange County Almanac
- It's Time for All to Pay More Attention to Breast Cancer
- Trade Deficit Up 22% in July; Dow Plunges 67, Dollar Near Its Low : Economy: Some analysts and the White House downplay the report, but others say growth is threatened.
- First Interstate to Keep Focus on the West : Banking: L.A. financial giant says it will become a 'super-regional' rather than expand nationally.
- America West, Continental Offer Discounts
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- 2 Dozen Arrested in Snake Poaching Sting : Crime: Fish and Game officials raid 11 counties, charging 13 people in Southern California. Illegal sales in the state reach $100 million a year, officials say.
- Environmental Movement Struggling as Clout Fades : Activism: Membership and money wane, infighting erupts. Sierra Club and others painfully seek a new vision.
- Plan Calls for Refilling of Mono Lake : Resources: State agency's proposal would assure permanent protection of environmental features but cut off traditional source of up to 15% of L.A.'s water.
- D.A.s Reportedly Decide Not to Charge Jackson
- Nation IN BRIEF : WEST VIRGINIA : Tobacco Firms Sued for Medical Costs
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Man Gets 10 Years for '93 Bank Robbery : Courts: Judge calls actions of Chad Pelch 'vicious' in holding officer's family hostage and then forcing her to open vault in morning.
- Cal State Fullerton Plays Key Economic Role, Study Says : Education: University officials say salaries, benefits and spending provide annual $489-million boost to the county. School may also soon be city's largest employer.
- SIDELINES : At Least Di-Onte Doesn't Need an Asterisk Beside His Name
- Next Time, Golfer Might Try Finding Caddie to Hold the Bag
- DANCE : The Passion of 'Cruel World' : Choreographer and ABT Wrestle With Some Difficult Subjects
- The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Walls You Could Warm Up To
- Whose Values Are These, Anyway?
- Man Arrested, Accused of Dumping Chemicals Into Sewer : Environment: Co-owner of Sun Valley metal-plating firm faces charges that his company put cyanide and other possibly lethal waste materials into public system.
- Central : WESTMINSTER : Ex-Principal Will Be Honored This Week
- Volunteers
- Returning to the Scene : Old friends of Nancy Drew, the Hardy Boys and the like will gather this weekend in Buena Park for a series collectors' convention.
- BOOK REVIEW / NOVEL : Star-Crossed Lovers Feed Lincoln Tragedy : HENRY AND CLARA <i> by Thomas Mallon</i> ; Ticknor & Fields $21.95, 362 pages
- Returning to the Scene : Generations of Praise for Nancy, the Hardy Boys
- DWP to Settle Harassment Suit for $1.5 Million : Workplace: Payment to woman becomes effective today unless council blocks it. Agency officials admit serious problem, saying five people have beem fired and 12 suspended.
- Campaign Calendar
- Boxing Program Is Shut Down by City Officials : Recreation: Council questions director's handling of disputes and feared possible violence at Las Palmas Park. A replacement effort is ordered.
- County Leases Canadian Firefighting Plane : Safety: 'Super scooper' can dump seven tons of water on blazes, then refill from ocean or lakes. Agreement covers three months.
- EDUCATION WATCH : Clas Act
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Foltz Leads Golden West in Volleyball
- Karpov Excels; Ducks Lose
- A Glamorous Hothouse Violet : Commentary: Jessica Lange's striking performance in "Blue Sky" is belatedly released. How come this superb actress isn't working more?
- Ameron Inc.: The firm said Tuesday that...
- CRISIS IN THE CARIBBEAN : Aristide: 'We Remain Vigilant'
- San Diego Officials Vote Immigrant Emergency : Border: County supervisors hope declaration will prompt release of federal reimbursement for costs of handling illegal crossers.
- Jack Dodson; Stage Actor, 'Andy Griffith' Regular
- A Legend That Grew Like Bamboo
- Survey of Political Leanings Sees 3rd Party Idea Gaining : Politics: Times Mirror poll finds nation roiling with resentments, anxieties. Major parties are losing pull.
- LOS ANGELES : Council Acts to Ease Rules for Movie Location Filming
- RESEDA : New Panel to Focus on Quake Recovery
- PORT HUENEME : Police Association Backs 5 Candidates
- CALABASAS : No Contest Plea by Condo Manager
- Gurney Wins Senior PBA Title
- SOCCER : French Unveil '98 World Cup Logo
- It's a Very Cool Time to Get Trout in Sierra
- Halt to Health Care Action for Year Urged : Legislation: Rep. Dingell, a Clinton ally, says it is time to give reform 'a decent burial.' Mitchell may reassess chances of his modest bill.
- School Boards Reluctant to Tackle Prop. 187 : Education: The districts are trying to avoid taking a position on the initiative that would bar illegal immigrants from campuses. But a Ventura Community College trustee seeks a vote in favor of it.
- Countywide : Angels Coaches to Give Kids Pointers
- PORT HUENEME : RV Resort Proposal to Get Another Look
- Debate Is Needed, Governor
- SoccerGeorge Fernandez, who directed the Splash to...
- Hopefuls Scramble for Titan Opening : College basketball: Several coaches have contacted Easterbrook about replacing Holland.
- What's Your Opinion?
- Chandler Replacing Miller in Rams' Practice Today
- Roseanne's Changes Don't Spill Over Into 'Roseanne'
- Pilot Tells of Dropping Out of the Sky : Inquiry: Captain recounts final moments of fatal jetliner crash near Charlotte. He describes efforts to counter fierce and shifting winds.
- Victim Held Animosity Only Against Prejudice : Profile: Friends say Vernon Flournoy was willing to fight over racial insults. It may have cost O.C. black his life.
- Series of 5 Aftershocks Jolt California-Nevada Border Area
- U.S. Judges Vote to Keep Cameras Out of Federal Court : Judiciary: Panel moves to end successful pilot project. Their decision breaks from a trend in many states to televise legal proceedings.
- Voters Cast Ballots in 3 State Primaries : Politics: Key elections are held in Massachusetts, Oklahoma, Washington. Oklahomans also to decide term limit measure for members of Congress.
- CAMARILLO : Bone Marrow Donors Sought to Save Lives
- Recycled Water for Home Landscaping OKd : Conservation: L.A. City Council passes ordinance to allow filtration systems. Aide to a dissenter predicts 'environmental disaster.'
- Revitalization Project OKd in Anaheim : Environment: The deteriorating area around Disneyland will get a face lift aimed at increasing tourism and city revenue. Sources of financing for the $172-million plan were not spelled out.
- Report Lists Findings at Chumash Site in Road's Way : Highway: The Santa Rosa Valley project, resumed in March, will continue under the watchful eye of a Native American consultant.
- Saddleback/South Beach : SAN CLEMENTE : Council to Weigh Plan for Pier Bowl Development
- LOS ALAMITOS : Avison Lets Hall Look to the Top
- Shane AndersonSCHOOL: La ReinaSPORT: VolleyballYEAR: SeniorSEASON AT...
- Red Sox (54-61) Fire Hobson as Manager
- From Top, Agassi Eyes a Climb
- POP/ROCKShakur Indicted: Controversial rapper Tupac Shakur pleaded...
- FINANCIAL MARKETS : Stocks' Loss Is Biggest in 6 Months
- Chemical's Ban Could Be Boon for Alternative : Environment: Pacific Scientific expects big profit from substitute for widely used but ozone-depleting fire suppressant Halon.
- Congress OKs Bill to Cut Red Tape for Companies
- AUTOMOTIVE : Art at New Irvine Restaurant Will Put Customers in the Driver's Seat
- SOUTH-CENTRAL : Council Agrees to Apply for Job Training Grant
- Water Districts May Lease Allocations
- Forswearing the Commonplace : Euphemisms may not be the answer, but how about a little imagination in our vituperation?
- Community Policing, Haiti Style
- Stock Prices of Gas Detector Makers Jump
- '90s FAMILY : 52 Ways to Keep Boredom at Bay on a Rainy Day
- Synar Loses in Close Oklahoma Primary : Elections: Voters eject incumbent congressman, OK term limits. Elsewhere, GOP picks candidates to oppose Sen. Kennedy, House Speaker Foley.
- OXNARD : Task Force Suggests City Build 900 Homes
- North : LA HABRA : Virgil Fouts, Known for Aiding Needy, Dies
- Prop. 187 Cost to L.A. Schools Put at $450 Million : Education: U.S. threatens to withhold the funds, saying the measure would violate privacy laws. Loss of the funds would penalize all students, board president says.
- Red Sox (54-61) Fire Hobson as Manager
- Lakers Get OK From Suns to Negotiate With Ceballos
- State to Slash Base Rate for Workers' Comp by a Record 16% : Insurance: The move is an attempt to heat up price competition as date for deregulation approaches.
- Mother Says Son No Skinhead or Racist : Suspect: White teen investigated for hate slaying 'has had friends of every race' and harbored no animosity, she says.
- CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS / INSURANCE COMMISSIONER : Insurers Fatten Quackenbush's War Chest : About 60% of his money comes from companies and agents he would regulate, if elected, compared to about 10% of his opponent's funds.
- Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Lost NOAA Satellite Blamed on Screw
- CRISIS IN THE CARIBBEAN : Invasion-Ready Brigade Now Bides Its Time : Military: Clinton's decision to change mission left signal unit scrambling for new orders.
- LAUGH LINES : Jokes
- Nation IN BRIEF : PUERTO RICO : Water Rationing Ends in San Juan
- County Symphony Musicians Promise No Strike for 30 Days
- 2 Swimmers Rescued Far Out to Sea : Mishap: Pair goes for dip from catamaran, which wind blows away. Another boater finds them.
- CSUN Rally Marks 'Zero Deficit Day'
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : ACROSS THE NATION : Alabama to Get the Word Thursday
- Hawking in Mix at CS Fullerton : Basketball: Former Simi Valley High coach is candidate for job if filled on an interim basis.
- L.A. UNIVERSITY BEAT / WENDY WITHERSPOON : Women's Soccer Moves Toward Greater Heights
- Royal Starts Off With a Victory : Volleyball: Highlanders defeat Thousand Oaks in four games in Marmonte opener.
- O'Hanlon Becomes New President of Irvine's DVI Inc.
- AUTOMOTIVE
- R S V P / ORANGE COUNTY : RIO Supporters Get Fired Up for a Cause
- Huffington Gets Personal
- In Praise of Nancy, the Hardys : Convention: The appeal of the kid-sleuth books and other series is no secret to fans, who toast their heroes this week.
- Japan Minister Appeased by Change in Airline Hiring Plan
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : USC : Receiver Johnson Ready to Return
- Judge Refuses to Lift Ban on MTA Fare Increases
- Community College Athletes of the Week : Kim Foster
- Making Sure Kings Stay True to Form : Hockey: Valley native Rob Glantz is power-skating instructor.
- Two Weeks Later, Davis Returns to the Raiders : Pro football: He meets with defensive line coach, works out briefly and leaves--but is expected back at practice today.
- TV Ratings : ABC Takes Week, Sets the Stage to Dethrone CBS
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- FINANCIAL MARKETS : Dow Plunges More Than 67 Points
- Western Oil Firms Sign Deal for Drilling in Caspian Sea
- 1st Sign of Autumn on Wall Street: Rumors of a Crash
- 2 Dozen Arrested in Snake Poaching Sting : Crime: Officials raid 11 counties probing portion of illegal sales of $100 million a year. An Irvine man is among suspects.
- 24 Nations Endorse Diluted Nuclear Safety Pact : Energy: Accord reached at meeting of U.N. watchdog agency is stripped of enforcement provisions. Still, it wins praise as a first step.
- The Outer Limits of Prosecution : Hate crime must be combatted at all levels
- ELECTIONS / POLITICAL PARTIES : GOP Increases Lead in Registering Voters : Campaign: County Republicans woo members, reversing a trend of Democrats signing up greater numbers.
- GLENDALE : Tribute Planned for Silent Film Pioneer
- Preparing AVID Fans of Higher Education : Schools: Program to boost college enrollment of minority and lower-income students is launched at five schools.
- CALABASAS : House Fire Causes $300,000 in Damage
- Steinberg Loses in Third Round of Mid-Amateur
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK / STEVE KRESAL : Rough Soccer Play Addressed
- PACIFIC 10 FOOTBALL / DAN HAFNER : Stanford Should Provide Test for Arizona
- LABOR
- Home Sales Up 26.2% in First Eight Months of the Year : Real estate: The increase suggests rising mortgage rates are not having any major impact, an analyst says.
- CONSUMER NEWS
- Dense Pac Microsystems Inc.: The Garden Grove...
- Nona Morelli's II Inc.: The firm said...
- Lawmakers Block Plan for $3,473 Congressional Pay Hike
- Beijing Gunman Kills 8, Wounds 30 During Festival
- Northwest : SEAL BEACH : Naval Official Says Blast Poses No Danger
- North : FULLERTON : University to Hold Concert Under Stars
- Prostate Cancer Needs Early Detection : Medicine: Precious time is being wasted on the debate on the merits of broad screening.
- Symbolic Siege : Activists Urge Clinton to 'Invade' South-Central Once Peace Is Established in Haiti
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS
- Yake Taking Some Heat This Time : Hockey: Wilson not impressed with play of Ducks' leading scorer last season. Bruins win exhibition game, 3-2.
- Sitcoms, Sitcoms, Sitcoms: Joke's on Us
- AGOURA HILLS : Pony Express Days Return This Week
- Lawyer Blames Client's Amnesia for 2 Shop Killings : Courts: Douglas Stanley, 58, of Westminster is accused of slaying his sister-in-law and a co-worker. Prosecution contends that grudges--not medical conditions--led to 1993 shootings.
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Miller's Availability Questionable
- Rice's About-Face: Cruise Is Lestat : After Screening 'Interview With the Vampire,' Author Lauds His Work
- Trail of Dead Turtles Leads to Cruelty Case : Animals: Operator of a Canoga Park seafood firm faces charges after hundreds of the creatures are found dead or dying.
- State Officials Seeking Permanent Home for Back Yard-Hopping Bear
- SAN FERNANDO : 1991 Slaying Suspect Pleads No Contest
- Supervisors Vote to Consolidate Hiring Under a Single Agency : Personnel: The move puts an end to a decentralized system that involved 33 offices. Antonovich and Molina trade bitter charges in debating the issue.
- Community College Athletes of the Week : Brian Schneider
- Hooray for Hollywrench!A colleague reports that her...
- SAN FERNANDO : Council Formally Opposes Prop. 187
- THEATER REVIEWS : Stanton's 'California Suite' Is More Like a Motel 6
- NME Seeks to Buy Chains in Bid to Become Hospital Giant : Health care: A successful merger would allow National Medical Enterprises to overcome a major scandal.
- The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Report Urges Expanded Government Role in Virtual Reality Research
- The Micron Mystery : Sudden Departure of Three Execs Goes Unexplained
- Carter, Nunn Assail Handling of Haiti Crisis
- Admiral Retires at Full Rank After Senators Drop Call for Inquiry
- A Community of Joy : At the Jeffrey Foundation for Disabled Kids, the Sounds You Hear Are Singing, Laughing and Squealing
- COLUMN ONE : The Sorry Exile of Baby Doc : Haiti's previous dictator, Jean-Claude Duvalier, fled to France in 1986, supposedly with $120 million. Now he lives in near-poverty--a cautionary figure for his nation's military leaders.
- Court Rejects Filipinos' Bid for U.S. Citizenship
- Too Much Fat and TV in U.S. Children's Lives, Report Says : Health: A magazine survey also finds that parents seem to be aiding youngsters' bad habits.
- '90s FAMILY : When Your Biological Clock Is on 'Snooze' : Hers is. She has no yearning to be called Mon, to stay up 'round the clock, to give up unencumbered vacations, to change diapers. And at 35, she wonders if she ever will.
- A WAY OF LIFE: When is cheap...
- SUN VALLEY : Company's Owner Held in Alleged Cyanide Dumping
- PACOIMA : Year-Old Paper Gives Projects Own Forum