- TAIPEI : A Commonwealth Test
- ART
- Try to Keep Things Normal for Kids
- SOLANA BEACH : 2nd Crash on I-5 Also Proves Fatal
- Ventura : Council to Lobby for Ouster Changes
- ANTELOPE VALLEY : Rick Norris to Quit Building Assn. Post
- SIMI VALLEY : Board to Vote on Middle School Plan
- Teen-Ager Guilty in Freeway Death; 2 Others Acquitted
- Camarillo : Planners to Weigh Builder Tax Break
- His Attack Is Simple, to the Point
- Track and Field
- Baseball
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / CENTURY LEAGUE
- Orange Coast Women Looking to Make It 12 Victories in Row
- Baseball
- ANTELOPE VALLEY : Palmdale Leads in New House Permits
- Ventura Role in Bike Path Erosion Plan Defies State : Beachfront: The city issues an emergency permit to the county fair board. The California Coastal Commission will seek an explanation.
- Luggage, Papers of Spiro Support Suicide Theory
- PREP BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Mater Dei Crushes Servite, 71-27
- NORTH HOLLYWOOD : FBI to Investigate Death of L.A. Man in Mexico Jail
- Baseball
- YULETIDE
- U.S., Others Faltering in Promise to Children
- City Workers Sue Newport Beach Over Wage Dispute
- Torrey Pines Coach Dies in Crash
- TV REVIEWS : A Probing Look at 'Orson Welles'
- TV REVIEWS : 'The Good Fight': Likable Isn't Enough
- PRACTICAL VIEW / CONNIE KOENENN : What You Can Do With $2
- Yeltsin Dumps Gaidar; Russian Reform in Peril
- YULETIDE
- Countywide : Donation Stations Open at Caltrans Lots
- Operation Is Restoring Hope in Somalia--and Ourselves
- Stick With the Kolts Reforms : Supervisors shouldn't abandon wise program for Sheriff's Department
- Homeless Tell of Need for Job Skills, Programs : Poverty: Unique poll has some surprises. Street people most want training and aid for women, not handouts.
- CASTAIC : Detectives Search for Missing Woman
- SOMIS : Voters Go to Polls in Recall Election
- It's Working Out for Vandeweghe : Clippers: Not many thought he would last in the NBA, but his leadership and exercise ethic have made him a valuable resource.
- Newport PD Called 'Hostile' Workplace
- LANCASTER : 5 Suspects Arrested After Freeway Chase
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Judge Refuses to Order Boost in Welfare Payments
- Brothers on Bike Hit by Car, Injured
- Mayor Supports Colorado Travel Ban for Workers
- Coast Guard Witnesses Curbed in Oil Spill Prosecution
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / CENTURY LEAGUE
- McKnight Defends His Decision to Withdraw From Tournament
- OXNARD : Youth Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
- Woman Convicted in Burning of Child in Car
- VALLEY ROUNDUP : Tip-in Helps St. Francis Seal a Win
- Colleen Hudson
- JAZZ REVIEW : He Has Fusion Down to an Art : Rob Mullins and band blend rock, jazz, classical and world-beat styles to intriguing effect in a satisfying concert Sunday.
- In Couched Terms, Dibble Simply Goes All Out to Win
- MUSIC REVIEW : American Youth Symphony Plays With Usual Flair
- YULETIDE
- O.C. Man Gets Clinton's Ear, Puts Bug in It
- Religious Strife in India
- Religious Strife in India
- Marge Schott
- Kohl and Violence
- Stereotypes
- X-Rated Videos and a Free Society
- Religious Strife in India
- Gays in the Military
- Kohl and Violence
- Emergencies
- X-Rated Videos and a Free Society
- Religious Strife in India
- MOVIES - Dec. 15, 1992
- OTHER NEWS - Dec. 15, 1992
- OTHER NEWS - Dec. 15, 1992
- Notes on a Scorecard - Dec. 15, 1992
- Obituaries - Dec. 15, 1992
- Obituaries - Dec. 15, 1992
- POP/ROCK - Dec. 15, 1992
- TELEVISION - Dec. 15, 1992
- TELEVISION - Dec. 15, 1992
- HOLIDAY ROADS: California Highway Patrol officials say...
- Leave a Paper Trail in Case of Natural Disaster
- Ex-Marine Likely to Head Veterans Office : Appointees: Jesse Brown, a Vietnam Purple Heart winner, is the front-runner. He would be the second black named to the Clinton Cabinet.
- Liquor Industry Takes On Activists in Political Arena : Alcohol: Well-funded wholesalers wield power in federal, state capitals. They also alter marketing strategies.
- Driscoll Hits Turbulence in Switch to Airport Post : Leadership: Selection of city personnel chief to head department is criticized by Councilwoman Galanter. But his backing at City Hall is strong.
- Freedom of Speech Suit Won by Teacher : Courts: The fired publisher of Cal State L.A.'s student newspaper, who has since died, said the school tried to muzzle its investigations.
- 2 Cities Ready to Celebrate Anniversary : Incorporation: Officials from Lake Forest and Laguna Hills plan festivities to commemorate first year of self-government.
- ED'S STUDENTS: Ed Asner will be at...
- WHALE OF A TIME: The best way...
- France Ready to Enforce 'No-Fly Zone' for Bosnia
- NEXT UP: Last July, it was the...
- Regional Outlook : Recession, Corruption Fuel Latin Coup Jitters : The region has made enormous progress toward democracy. But decades of military-dominated history are hard to erase.
- LAPD Show of Force Halts Violence at Riot Flash Point : Disturbance: Protest scene flares at Florence and Normandie, but police response is swift. Sixty arrested.
- TECHNOLOGY - Dec. 15, 1992
- TECHNOLOGY - Dec. 15, 1992
- TECHNOLOGY - Dec. 15, 1992
- BANKING & FINANCE - Dec. 15, 1992
- BANKING & FINANCE - Dec. 15, 1992
- Taiwan Announces Tax Incentives to Keep High-Tech Companies
- Lee A. Wood has joined the Orange...
- Bond Traders Dancing to a Different Tune : Finance: Faster business activity spurs a rally in government issues, as good news proves good for market segment.
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- BOOK REVIEW : Seeing the Universe in Little Things : EVERY DAY DOUGHNUTS, <i> by Patrice Adcroft,</i> St. Martin's Press, $18.95; 256 pages
- ZIP Codes Still Big Factor in Auto Insurance Premiums
- Lynn Is Not Crazy After All These Years : Bengals: Ex-Charger coach enjoys seeing his old team come together even as he tries to figure out puzzling Cincinnati.
- Kansas City Gets Grip on 27-20 Victory : AFC: Chiefs help give Patriots 13-3 lead on turnovers before Mincy's fumble return turns game around.
- Raider Goal: Put Marino on His Back
- SPOTLIGHT / A GLANCE AT THE WEEK IN THE NFL : DOWN THE STRETCH
- JAZZ : High-Speed Technique of Bobby Lyle Dazzles
- HONG KONG
- Marine National Vice President to Manage Irvine Headquarters
- Cattle Rustlers Kill 89
- WESTMINSTER : City Denies Request for Usage as Church
- Booklet Showcases Maze of Services for Seniors : Information in the directory ranges from amusements and restaurants to nursing homes and elder-abuse prevention.
- Surge in Stock of Testing Firm Stirs Questions
- JAPAN
- A bubbly soft drink's the toast of Kentucky : Move over bourbon and moonshine. Locally-made soda pop becomes the favorite whistle-wetter.
- U.S. Troops Move Inland in Somalia : Relief: Takeover of deserted airstrip marks first major foray into country's central region. Help is one step closer to aid workers in Baidoa.
- Marines' Toy Drive Troubled : Christmas: Collections in annual Toys for Tots campaign are dramatically down as a result of the recession and programs for disaster victims.
- Second Opinion / COMMENTARY FROM OTHER MEDIA : KOREA TIMES (English Edition) : Meeting Malcolm X
- SANTA PAULA : 3 Youths Held Over Vandalism Spree
- There Is Little Left to Chance : Boxing: Chavez, Norris, Jackson and Haugen beat set-ups in preparation for Mexico City card.
- Rams Show That Comebacks Are Thing of the Past : Pro football: A week after a 28-point rally against Tampa Bay, they fall behind early and lose to Saints, 37-14.
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Edison
- First Cut Is the Deepest, but Others Hurt, Too
- ENERGY
- GARDEN GROVE : Church to Provide Christmas Dinners
- Going After Graffiti : Making a Difference : One City's Approach: Volunteer Squads
- Packers Evoke Memories of Glory Days, 16-14 : Interconference: Victory over Houston gives Green Bay first five-game winning streak since 1966.
- It's Hard to Find Anything Wrong With Saints These Days
- Rheaume Breaks the Ice : Hockey: Female goaltender appears in minor league game, giving up one goal.
- NBA : Trail Blazers Overcome Bullets
- NHL ROUNDUP : Rangers Exceed Expectations, Storm Past Canadiens, 10-5
- GOLF ROUNDUP : Floyd's 19 Under Par Leaves Field Reeling
- ART REVIEW : Jeff Koons: A Scrubbed New Life
- POP : Television Reruns Its Arty, Minimalist Fare From '70s
- Pop : Most Get in Holiday Spirit for KROQ 'Xmas'
- OCCUPATION: ATTORNEY
- INSURANCE
- Boys Will Be Boys, Say Makers of Toys
- FINAL REPORT CARD / T.J. SIMERS : To Be Frank, It Was Nice
- Bears End Skid Against Steelers, 30-6 : Interconference: The Chicago losing streak ends at six in Singletary's final game at Soldier Field.
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Knocking on Heaven's Door With Merchant & Maniacs
- Ricky Ray, 15; School Barred Him Over HIV
- 'Hoffa' Premiere Aids Families
- Tidal Waves' Wake of Death
- Officers at Risk of AIDS Given a Tough Choice : Health: O.C. public safety personnel vulnerable to the deadly disease are offered drug AZT as a preventive.
- Girl, 17, Killed When Car Overturns
- FAA Is Fighting Van Nuys Airport Anti-Noise Plan : Aviation: The proposal would phase out the loudest jets by the year 2000. Federal officials threaten to withhold $60 million a year if the ordinance is adopted.
- LAGUNA HILLS : Speed Limits Coming on Arterial Streets
- ANAHEIM : Law Would Restrict Security Firm Colors
- Ventura May Seek Easier Ouster of Port Appointees : Government: A state law needs to be changed. Council members are displeased with Commissioner Robert (Nick) Starr, who failed to inform the city of a 1968 bribery conviction.
- VENTURA : CSUN President to Visit Local Campus
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Servite
- WORLD SPORTS SCENE / RANDY HARVEY : Boitano, Dominant Among Pros, Is Now Ready for Amateurs
- Going After Graffiti : Platform : 'Graffiti Make Us Feel Crummy'
- THE ARTS
- 'Unforgiven' Corrals Top Critic Picks : Movies: Clint Eastwood's Western is the best of 1992 in the annual L.A. awards. Eastwood also wins as best director and best actor.
- TV REVIEW : 'Love Can Be Murder' a Ghostly Twist
- Australia Urged to Ride Boom in Southeast Asia : Trade: By clinging to its British roots, the country missed one investment boom and may miss the next, a report says.
- Advantage Life Products : LAGUNA HILLS
- Rescuers Seek Survivors of Indonesian Quake : Disaster: Death toll climbs to at least 1,565. Whole villages are wiped out by huge ocean waves.
- Lawmakers, Business Press Phone Firms Over Outages : Communications: Companies seek backup systems after crashes interrupted service to millions this year.
- 1 Killed, 4 Hurt in Shooting at Gas Station
- Being Taken During This, the Official Season of Giving
- C.V. Whitney; Scion of Two Noted Families
- Man Is Killed in Drug Deal, Police Say
- Arson Is Investigated as Cause of Fire at Reseda Church : Religion: The blaze, causing $300,000 in damage, is the third in less than nine months at the location used by Hungarians and Salvadorans.
- LAGUNA BEACH : Friendship Shelter Compiles 'Wish List'
- In His Case, There Is More Than Smoke
- CHINA
- NEWS ANALYSIS : When Yeltsin Bluffed Angry Parliament, All Russia Could Have Been the Loser
- Tax Bite Likely to Stimulate Demand for IRAs
- Marine's Burial Renews the Pain
- Man Leaps to Death From Bridge
- MISSION COLLEGE : 'Chemist-Tree' Captures Spirit
- Going After Graffiti : Youth / OPINION : 'I Did It Out of Boredom'
- 3 on School Board Face Recall in Somis Vote : Politics: The members are responsible for firing Supt. Dale Forgey after poor evaluations. Angry parents say it was a question of meddling in the district's operations.
- RETAIL
- RETAIL
- Harry Ellerbe; Stage and Film Actor, Director
- 2 Men Arrested After Adjacent Stores Robbed Simultaneously
- CAMARILLO : Ricardo Amador to Head School Board
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Santa Ana
- Eagles Work Overtime to Beat Seahawks : Interconference: Philadelphia rallies to win, 20-17, on Ruzek's field goal after Cunningham is sacked 10 times.
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL : Tar Heels Hold Off Houston
- Miscellany
- Clippers Doing It With Defense : Pro basketball: Pacers have 26 turnovers. Norman scores 34.
- PREP BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS : Mater Dei Is Poised to Defend Title
- BASEBALL / ROSS NEWHAN : Mere Improvement Probably Isn't Enough
- Putnam, Former Player and Coach at UCLA, Dies at 70 After Game
- O.C. POP MUSIC REVIEW : A Rich, Vibrant Late-Night Show With Phil Alvin
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Skeletons at Rhythm: These Bones Connect
- HENRY WEDAA : Chairman, South Coast Air Quality Management District governing board
- Cleaner Biodiesel Fuel Puts Fat in the Fire : Environment: The less-polluting liquid is already powering cars in various tests around the world, but its higher cost is likely to limit the market.
- U.N., 'Big Ears' Agree; Water Flows to Capital
- Modest Proposal : Combine Needed Public Works, Public Jobs
- Preparing to Wage War on Disease : Medicine: Lessons learned in the Persian Gulf conflict may protect U.S. troops in malady-ridden Somalia, military doctors say.
- Bashing Illegal Immigrants Is on Today's Menu
- Arab Militants Kidnap Israeli, Demand Swap
- Baggage Owned by Spiro Found in Desert by Hikers
- COUNTYWIDE : 2 Volunteers Named to Red Cross Posts
- U.S., Russia Fail to Complete Arms Treaty
- Second Opinion / COMMENTARY FROM OTHER MEDIA : CALIFORNIA EXAMINER (Filipino) : Howard Stern's Harm
- Second Opinion / COMMENTARY FROM OTHER MEDIA : THE DAILY TROJAN
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Ocean View
- Offense Gaining Respect After Struggling at Start : Saints: Unit is finally clicking, compiling 342 yards and 22 first downs in the first three quarters against the Rams.
- Chargers Win the Hard Way Again : AFC: Trailing for second week in a row, Humphries rallies San Diego past Cincinnati, 27-10.
- MUSIC REVIEWS : Japan America Group, Ohyama in Engaging Set
- OPERA REVIEW : New 'Lucia': Gothic Horror Show at the Met
- Learning Channel Sets Educational Programs
- 2 U.S. Firms Get Pemex Contracts : Mexico: The new drilling deals signal a further easing of the state's control of its oil industry.
- NEWS ANALYSIS : Keating Trial Turns on Questions of Credibility : Courts: Testimony by witnesses on both sides in fraud case leaves plenty of room for doubt.
- BANKING
- Job Opening?Robert Reich, named Friday as the...
- Less for Your Dollar in Tokyo
- TAIWAN
- SEQUEL / JOSE AND ROSIE GARCIA : Alone Among Friends : Rosie: 'I don't feel like a survivor.'
- Libertarians Succeed Without Winning Offices
- VENTURA : Outages Leave 3,700 Without Power
- NEWS ANALYSIS : Debate Highlights Volatility of Ethnic Politics : Issues: Mayoral candidates Tom Houston and Julian Nava strike a nerve in discussion of immigrant rights. But for most, avoiding controversy seems to be the preferred strategy.
- Lawyers Shed Reluctance to Sue Their Own : Law: Attorneys who sue other lawyers are no longer given the scarlet letter treatment by their legal profession peers.
- SAILING : Conner's Last Look Mirrors Year's First
- Edison Takes Title at Santa Maria Righetti
- Lions Finally Show Off Their Ware, 24-14 : Interconference: He passes for two touchdowns and runs for 68 yards as Detroit dims Cleveland's playoff hopes.
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Marina
- BANKING
- CALIFORNIA ALBUM : A Drugstore Dedicated to AIDS : The Castro Village Pharmacy has a full-time counselor and will carry costs for patients until insurance companies pay. Owner plans to open outlets in Southland.
- * K. C. Irving; Billionaire Was One of Canada's Richest Men
- Community Essay : 'There Is Nothing More Reprehensible Than to Be Poor' : Education: We are a self-proclaimed classless society, and almost everyone's identity seems tied to its myth.
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Area's Yule Spirit Lights Up Visitors
- Lame Ducks' Swan Song Is on the Taxpayers : Government: Outgoing directors of two South County water districts attended conference in Monterey. Public will pay bills for hotel accommodations, meals, mileage and registration.
- Conservative College District President to Focus on Finances : Education: Gregory P. Cole vows to improve the agency's poor fiscal standing and abolish shenanigans of recent years.
- Coaches' Income Not Reported
- NFL Might Have to Face a Violation of Neutrality
- All Low-Budget Movies Are Not Created Equal or Equally Creative
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : King Soars--Once He Breaks the Sound Barrier
- Paying Tribute to Toto's Jeff Porcaro : Pop music: Four months after the drummer's death, his brother Mike faces up to loss at tonight's benefit.
- AWARDS
- 'Good Men' Salutes Its $16 Million
- List of People at Conference
- LIQUOR IN LOS ANGELES : Can Prohibition-Era Laws Handle Today's Problems? : Regulation: Rules and quotas keep resale value of liquor licenses high. Holders oppose efforts at restrictions.
- HUMBLE BEGINNINGS: It's hard to pinpoint just...
- 700 Arrested in Crackdown on Extremists Blamed for India Riots
- A Magic Thank-You to O.C. : Johnson foundation plans benefit bash at Planet Hollywood. Proceeds will go to local AIDS organization.
- Top Dealer of Pornography Disappears From Prison : Crime: Reuben Sturman, once a Van Nuys resident, vanishes from minimum-security facility where he was serving a 10-year sentence.
- OXNARD : School Board Chief Cites Challenges
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Fountain Valley
- TIMES ALL-COUNTY FOOTBALL AWARDS : Kirschke, Carey, Devaney Receive Special Recognition
- Colts Back Up Claim for Playoff Consideration : AFC: Trudeau and Arbuckle connect for winning touchdown pass in 10-6 victory over Jets.
- TOYLAND: While just about anything goes when...
- Senator Studies Schools at Source : Education: Gary Hart is teaching two high school history classes. He says the volunteer stint is unrelated to his likely run for superintendent of public instruction.
- Hundreds Gather to Meet With Clinton on Economy : Policy: Arkansas summit attracts CEOs and florists. President-elect is expected to hold off on Cabinet appointments during two-day meeting.
- Man Killed by Southbound Train
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE
- He Is Very Sorry Now, of Course : Ethics panel needs to conduct a thorough probe of Packwood harassment charges
- PREP BASKETBALL '92-'93 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Huntington Beach
- Rams' Comeback Falls Way Short in Loss to Saints : Football: After record rally last week, they unravel, turning the ball over six times, and lose 37-14.
- Will Letterman Inspire Stupid News Tricks at 2?
- Skiers Return With the Snows : Tourism: This year's earthquakes were bad news for Big Bear, but merchants hope recent storms will end that.
- Topic A : A Different Spin on the World Around Us : Di's Bad News Is Relative
- THOUSAND OAKS : Recycling of Yard Wastes Supported
- Officer Injured in Motorcycle Crash
- Don't Light Any Home Fires With Hot Words, Sailors Told
- Gunman Takes Car, Leaves Puzzle
- Gripe : 'Let Citizens Back Into Santa Monica'
- 49ers Plug In Amp, Don't Miss a Beat : NFC: Lee replaces Watters and gains 134 yards in 20-17 victory over Vikings, who have lost three of last five.
- Coaching Award Gives Shacklett Sweep : Times awards: His Morse team won section 3-A title and finished 14-0. El Camino's Westbrook earns honor as top back in county; Oceanside's Salave'a is top lineman.
- Redskins Seem Lost but Recover, 20-17 : NFC: Victory gets away from Dallas when Copeland falls on fumble in end zone with 3:14 to play.
- Ambrose Expects to Lend a Hand to Huntington Beach : Sunset League: Forward hopes to help Oilers forget about the disappointment of last season's third-place finish.
- MUSIC REVIEW : Cancellation of Premiere Deprives Concert of Luster
- JAZZ REVIEW : Santos Sings, Dances on Sunny Side of Street
- Big Changes Sweep U.S. Corporations : Trends: Businesses are feeling the pinch for greater accountability and profitability and it's being reflected at every level.
- OLD FLAME: When the Jewish Community Center...
- SEQUEL / JOSE AND ROSIE GARCIA : Alone Among Friends : Jose: 'What I loved most was taken . . . '
- Rwanda Violence Protested
- Fires Damage 2 Homes in Coastal Cities
- Second-Guessing Nature : Small Model of Batiquitos Lagoon Is Designed to Solve Big Problem
- COUNTYWIDE : Assistance League Helps Young, Old
- VALLEY COLLEGE : Student Health Center to Open
- LOS ALAMITOS : Hot Line Expands Its Service, Seeks Funds
- Cool Reception for Dunleavy : Pro basketball: Lakers welcome back former coach by handing the Bucks their seventh consecutive loss, 114-96.
- Miscellany
- Today's Agenda
- Partida Can Run, and Can Score, but She Cannot Hide : Girls' soccer: Sunny Hills looks to high-profile junior to fill in for scorers lost to graduation.
- The $60-Million Multimedia Woman : Entertainment: Barbra Streisand is set to join Michael Jackson and other big-name performers with a mega-buck film and recording contract.
- MUSIC REVIEWS : Iona Brown Leads L.A. Chamber Orchestra at UCLA
- Egypt Rounds Up Islamic Extremists
- Islamic Volunteers Rallying to Killing Fields of Bosnia
- JEWISH QUARTERS: Orange County's estimated 90,000 Jews...
- Commander Defends Pace of Operation
- Electoral College Meets Today to Pick President
- Second Opinion / COMMENTARY FROM OTHER MEDIA : LESBIAN NEWS : Gays and Civil Rights
- COUNTYWIDE : County Sets Tax Processing Record
- LAGUNA HILLS : City General Plan Workshop to Be Held
- Church Finally Finds a Place to Call Home : Religion: After 13 years of temporary quarters, a Saddleback Valley congregation holds services on its new 74-acre building site.
- PIERCE COLLEGE : Christmas Tree Donations Wanted
- RAM NOTES : Rookie Dunbar Adds the Right Spice to Saints' Running Game
- Chargers' Crew Has Defenses on the Run : Chargers: Group of running backs gives opposing defensive coordinators fits. This week, it was the Bengals' turn to watch helplessly.
- Chargers Bolt Past the Bengals : Pro football: Ninth victory in last 10 games, a 27-10 decision, puts the Chargers one away from clinching a playoff berth.
- Please Don't Lump 'Cops' With Those 'Reality' Shows
- DANCE REVIEWS : Polsky Premieres 'Dreams, Prayers' at Cal State L.A.
- * Philipp C. Jung; Set Designer for Plays, Operas
- COLUMN ONE : Last Call for Liquor Outlets? : Activists have declared war on alcohol sales in L.A.'s poorest areas. But the stores are fighting back, and their state overseers are reeling from budget cuts.
- MISSION VIEJO : College's Outgoing Chief Recalls Thrills