- AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL : Pressure Off as Woodland Hills East Wins, Clinches Area 6 Playoff Berth
- BOXING / EARL GUSTKEY : Death Further Closes Curtain on Era
- Wright Shoots 73, Slips to Second
- MUSIC REVIEW : Temirkanov Leads Russian Program at Bowl
- Nominees Will Make a Play for Country Awards in Santa Ana
- WORLD IN BRIEF : ISRAEL : Israel Says Syria Exploits Lebanon
- White House Sees Job Gain of 8.3 Million : Employment: Report trumpets benefits of Clinton's economic package state by state. Critics, and even some insiders, question figures.
- 6 Miami Officers Indicted in '88 Death of Drug Dealer : Law enforcement: The new charges claim a police cover-up in the fatal beating. Earlier acquittals had sparked violence in Puerto Rican community.
- Father's Killer Not Yet Sane, Judge Rules
- Menendezes' Therapist Is Accused of Misconduct : Complaint: State board cites secret taping of session with murder suspects. Psychologist is also linked to drug, assault cases. His lawyer denies allegations.
- Turning Sludge Into Splendor : Ecology: Calabasas' high-tech plant will transform solid waste into compost for high-grade vegetable gardens.
- A Helping Hand for the Hopeless : Education: Students at Cleta Harder Development School in La Habra, some severely brain-injured, get opportunity for physical and academic success. 'Everyone deserves a chance,' says founder.
- Ex-Worker of Air-Bag Parts Firm Sues Over Firing : Courts: Woman says her dismissal followed a complaint about possible defective products. The Newhall company denies the allegations.
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Santa Clarita May Subsidize Some County-Funded Programs
- Brea Sets Limits on Board Appeals
- OXNARD : Further Study Urged on Budget Plan
- NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Braves Rally in Ninth Inning to Defeat Pirates, Belinda, 6-2
- The Softer Side of Rapper Tupac Shakur : Movies: The 'heartless' star of 'Poetic Justice' won't admit it, but there's a sensitive side to his fatalistic gangsta persona.
- Mobil's Earnings More Than Double, Exxon's Rise by 33%
- A Sour End to Dairy Scam : Retailing Genius Stew Leonard May Face Jail for Hiding $17.1 Million From the IRS in a Tax Fraud Case
- Abbey Healthcare Seeks Deal With Six Companies : Negotiations: The Costa Mesa company, which tried unsuccessfully in March to buy a competitor, aspires to become a leader in in-home services.
- REAL ESTATE
- 59 Killed as Airliner Crashes on Takeoff in Northern China
- Chiron Wins OK to Sell MS Drug : Pharmaceuticals: Betaseron could generate annual sales of $300 million in 1995 for firm and co-developer Berlex.
- Gunmen in Brazil Shoot Sleeping Street Kids, Killing 7 : Violence: A survivor says one of the killers was a police officer. An official denies involvement.
- Reception to Honor Fair's Volunteers
- Fullerton Man Gets 7 Years in Vehicle Death : Sentencing: The crash caused an explosion in which a woman died and another was critically burned. The defendant was driving drunk.
- Minister Steps From Pulpit to Stage : Theater: John Shouse's letter to Shakespeare Orange County led to a key part in 'Much Ado About Nothing.'
- Concerts, Other Events on Tap at L.A. Bach Festival
- Traders See 'Sale' Sign on Downey : Thrifts: The stock jumps 12% after Newport Beach-based savings and loan hires Lehman Bros. to explore ways to boost its value.
- Wahlco Environmental Systems Inc.: The Santa Ana...
- UNFAIR: Your water bill seem high? You're...
- Major Wins Confidence Vote on Europe Treaty : Britain: Tory rebels back down. House of Commons' approval completes ratification process for EC unity pact.
- Good Weather Forecast for Shuttle Launch
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Council Seeks Ways to Shorten Meetings
- Levy Bancorp Posts Another Quarterly Loss
- The Driver's Guide To Traffic Trouble
- Fair Officials, Protesters Reach Accord : Activism: In exchange for not demonstrating this year against alleged rodeo cruelty, animal rights group will be allowed to set up information booth on grounds.
- Farmers' Market Proposed to Boost Moorpark : Business: The weekly event would start Sept. 11 at the Metrolink lot on High Street. Chamber's proposal coincides with a downtown revitalization effort.
- REAL ESTATE
- Bill Medley's Music City Club in Fountain Valley to Be Sold
- Sources of Pond Inspiration
- Jobs Plan Snarls Approval of Flood Aid Legislation : Congress: House GOP objects to adding provision for inner-city training program to relief measure. Democrats delay action on bill.
- State's Politicians Prepare for the Mad Scramble of '94 : Elections: Term limits have officeholders eyeing posts from governor on down. Big names are circling warily.
- Anger, Desperation Linger After Battle in Nicaragua : Unrest: Many in Esteli accuse army of overreacting to insurgents. President Chamorro defends firm response.
- 2nd Industrialist Caught Up in Italian Scandal Kills Self
- Clouds Expected to Stay for Weekend
- CAMARILLO : Memorial Service Today for Coach
- Furtado Wins Race at Mammoth
- SHRINE ALL-STAR FOOTBALL GAME : Boseman, Carrion Dismissed From South Team
- Perez Wins Junior Title; Woods 4th
- COMMENTARY : Sheiks Are Conspicuous by Their Absence
- Bethel Is Improving by Leaps and Bounds : Track: Pentathlete from Lake Forest, 13, sets national age-group record in the long jump at national meet.
- After Many Detours, Ledieff Has His Life Back on Track : Football: Former La Habra linebacker weathered George Allen's death, then transferred from Long Beach to Nevada.
- Gen. Roscoe Robinson Jr.; 1st Black at 4-Star Rank
- A U.S. Senate More Like America
- SOUTHLAND : Kaiser Workers Vote to Approve Contract
- Burbank Father and Son Arrested on Sex Charges
- NORTHRIDGE : Teacher Tagging at CSUN Seminar
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Conlan Injures Knee on First Day
- OLYMPIC FESTIVAL VALLEY-AREA ROUNDUP : Fercho and Winthrow Thwarted
- BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT
- Joffrey to Perform for Inner-City Youth
- Developer's Choice of School Site Criticized : Ritter Ranch: State officials not sold on 50-acre parcel because of its topography and proximity to San Andreas fault.
- Endangered Species : Budget Crisis Threatens Natural History Museum Displays
- Abortion Activists Prepare for Pope's Visit to Denver : Protests: Groups on both sides of debate are training staff in anticipation of clashes during tour.
- IRVINE : Requirements Met for Special Election
- ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Half a Loaf on Federal Courthouse
- Representatives of the predominantly gay and lesbian...
- Gay Activists March in Westwood to Protest Military Policy
- SHRINE ALL-STAR FOOTBALL GAME : Three Area Players to Represent South Team
- Westminster : Council OKs Sign at Center's Food Court
- Area Athletes Impressed by Atmosphere : Opening ceremonies: U.S. Olympic Festival gets off to a rousing start before 62,702 in the Alamodome.
- U.S. OLYMPIC FESTIVAL : There's Ignition at the Alamodome : Opening ceremony: Scaffold catches spark from fireworks before sellout crowd in new San Antonio building.
- HOLLYWOOD PARK : Is Me, Bertrando Give Frankel Good Chances in Stakes Today
- Tuolumne Film Fest Set for September
- Star Enters Another Stage in Long Career : Theater: Bibi Andersson discovers a happy homecoming when she returns to the Royal Dramatic Theater, where she began as a teen-ager.
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- Firm to Market 3-D Sound Technology
- Time to Get Organized? Check Out Advice-Books
- Murder Charges Filed Against Laguna Doctor
- Countywide : Researchers Dissect Bike Safety Effort
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Developer Agrees Not to Sue MTA Over Red Line Project
- Summit Called Over Rise in Gang Crime : Violence: County supervisors urge city and law enforcement officials to join in a November meeting to address the alarming jump in assaults with weapons on campuses and in affluent communities.
- Suddenly, Candiotti on a Winning Streak : Dodgers: For a change, pitcher gets some fine fielding behind him and beats Mets, 5-2, for his second victory in a row.
- A Rivalry Is Born : The Head Coaches Are Buddies, but No Love Is Lost Between Soccer Teams of the United States and Mexico
- Another Country, Another Chance : Football: After disappointing college career, Bret Johnson signs with Toronto Argonauts.
- WORLD IN BRIEF : AZERBAIJAN : Armenia Seizes Key City, Ministry Says
- Conviction in Drunken Parking Case Reversed
- Consultant Considered to Advise on Value of County Fire District : Thousand Oaks: Councilman wants to spend up to $10,000 for studies to help determine if the city should form its own department.
- LAGUNA BEACH : Long 'Granny Flats' Battle Still Not Over
- SIMI VALLEY : Riders Cool to Proposal for Bus Fare Hike
- Fired JPL Engineer Arrested in 'Large Marge' Robberies : Crime: Woman who lost job after co-worker's checkbook was stolen pleads not guilty in Monrovia bank holdup. She may be charged in five other cases.
- FULLERTON : Restrictions Eased in Downtown District
- Foul Play Is Feared in Disappearance of Woman
- CALABASAS : Students From Russia Get a Taste of West
- Man Critically Hurt in Shooting
- CAMARILLO : Families' Feud Erupts in Attack With Bat
- LOS ANGELES : Doctor Guilty in Massive Medical Insurance Fraud
- RELIGION / JOHN DART : Officials Begin Planning for 1st Crusade in Valley : Evangelism: A group of 130 churches pledges support for the Billy Graham-style event next summer in Van Nuys. Luis Palau will be featured.
- MOTOR RACING / VINCE KOWALICK : Iron Horst's Streak at Saugus Comes to End
- JAZZ REVIEW : Sweet Baby Blues Band Lets the Good Times Roll
- 20,000 Stories to Tell : Richard Fleischer's 'Just Tell Me When to Cry' Recalls His 46 Years in Film and 'Stars, Moguls, Monsters of All Sorts'
- Cops and Crooks
- Message to Michael: It's Time to Go Home
- Davey Allison Deserved Better
- A Merry Band
- The Inside Story on Throwing Inside
- SATURDAY LETTERS : MTV Should Aim Higher Than 'Beavis and Butt-head'
- Readers Clean Up on Murray Columns
- Censorship of Television Programs
- Time Will Determine if Long Clipper Search Was Worth the Wait
- This Padre Show Should Be Canceled
- Child-Support Guidelines
- Obituaries - July 24, 1993
- TELEVISION - July 24, 1993
- Robbins May Get Sentence Cut Sharply : Prison: Prosecutors will urge a judge to reduce his five-year term to 24 months, former state senator says. His cooperation in federal probe is cited.
- Flash Flood Kills 4 in Missouri Cave : Disaster: Three other spelunkers are presumed dead in underground tragedy. Region's death toll now at 38. Crews work to plug leak under St. Louis flood wall.
- HIGHWAY FLYING: Would you actually pay money...
- Worker Held in Molestations of 3 Girls at Orange County Fair : Crime: Convicted sex offender is accused of fondling young women as they went through a haunted house.
- 9-Cent Gas Tax Hike Urged for Economic Plan
- Riordan Selects 3 Valley Residents, Katz's Wife : City Hall: His appointments to Harbor and Recreation and Parks commissions demonstrate plan to give area a more potent role.
- Ex-Company Handyman Held in $7.5-Million Fire
- Molester Jailed in Fondling Case at O.C. Fair
- Handyman Held in '92 Fire That Burned Opera Items
- Holocaust in Bosnia
- NOT MOVING: If you thought house sales...
- Doing Jackson Justice
- For Reluctant Suitors : Men like what a coat and tie say about them. But they also yearn for a Huck Finn kind of freedom.
- Jurors Hear Contrasting Views of Courtroom Killer
- Memorial Planned for Carlton E. Morse
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : School Board Trustee Won't Seek 2nd Term
- NORTH HILLS : War Veterans Decorated for Green Thumbs
- U.S. Catholics' Stand-Off Holds on Birth Control : Sexual behavior: The 1968 ban led to the laity adopting its own ethic, but the church view of sex remains oppressive.
- The Shadow Over Rostenkowski
- PERSPECTIVE ON ARMS CONTROL : How We Got Oversold on Overkill : A government report pins our trillion-dollar defense buildup on 'experts' who misstated the Soviet menace.
- BUENA PARK : She's On the Watch for a Safer City
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Fiscal Chief Offers Ideas to Save $200 Million
- THOROUGHBRED RACING : 'Just Say No' Doesn't Do Job, so Horsemen Make Own Video
- Movie Reviews : 'Coneheads': 1-Note Joke With Legs
- National Video Rentals : A Good Week for 'Good Men'
- Coca-Cola Executives Think Things Go Better With CAA
- Bank to Pay $13 Million Damages
- TOURISM : Business 'Will Be 5% Better Than Horrible,' Economist Predicts
- Where Yarns Are Spun : At the Storyteller Bookstore & Cafe in Canoga Park, the fixation on the spoken narrative borders on the fanatical.
- SUITING YOURSELF: WHAT MEN SHOULD KNOW : SIZING up SUITS
- Beating, Drug, Alcohol Cited in Motorist's Death
- SAN FERNANDO : Children Get a Close-Up Look at Sharks
- Gas Blast in St. Paul Slams Neighborhood
- VAN NUYS : Letter Helped Solve Slaying, Court Told
- Man Gets Identical Twin's Kidney in Transplant
- CAMARILLO : Carwash, Sale to Aid Music Program
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Newhall School District Board Votes to Tape-Record Meetings
- BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Easley Brings His Bat Up in the Lineup
- SAN FERNANDO : Hospital Expansion Plan Tied to Lien
- Charges Against Velasquez Are Dropped
- BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT
- MOVIE REVIEW : Same Old Shtick in 'Stakeout'
- Overwatered Garden of Eden : Gov. Branstad Visits L.A. to Promote Iowa Despite Flood Devastation
- Entrepreneur, 10, Sells Bottled Flood
- On the TV Watch : Creators of an experimental piece vent opinions about television, among other things.
- Sex Seen as Source of Most New AIDS Cases in Women : Health: Prior to 1992, intravenous drug use was the leading cause, CDC says. The trend indicates spread of the disease away from primary risk groups.
- Not All 'Good' Cholesterol Is Good, Study Says
- Nicaragua Troops Dislodge Rebels; 150 Dead, Wounded
- Oxnard Plans to Start Recycling Program for Apartments, Small Firms
- SOUTH LOS ANGELES : After 9 Years, Supermarket Gets Preliminary Approval
- Four choral groups are scheduled to sing...
- Man Fatally Shoots Girlfriend, Self : Violence: The killings occur in the house he shared with his parents and the woman. Police say he was despondent over her recent miscarriage.
- SOUTH COUNTY : State Budget Cuts Hurt Park Districts
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Blaze Damages 40-Acre Forest Service Plantation
- Ducks Add O'Connor, Van Allen to the Flock : Hockey: Defenseman and center, both free agents, are expected to contribute to expansion team's offense.
- GOLF / FRED ROBLEDO : Company Plots New Course for Victoria
- Getting Wet at the Norton Simon Museum
- Energy Stocks Hold Up Even as Oil Prices Drop
- THEATER REVIEW : A Giddy Spin on Movie Land : The <i> wonderful </i> town of Hollywood in 'Favors' is where power and gender struggles are the staff of life.
- Going Back in Time : Ancient rocks and the early cultures of Italy provide inspiration for two artists.
- FOR KIDS : Down-Home Sound : If their knee-slapping music doesn't grab attention, the ages of this award-laden bluegrass band certainly will.
- Supporters of Joffrey Ballet Go Pop and Like It
- U.S. Ends Importing of Endangered Turtles
- German Police Smash Chinese Smuggling Ring
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Students to Help Build 2 Houses in Palmdale : Education: An agreement approved by the school district calls for the city to sell the structures to low- and moderate-income families.
- In the late 1960s, there were dozens...
- Proposed Cuts for Poor Draw Protests : County: Social workers, activists in Canoga Park, Pacoima assail recommended reductions in health, welfare services.
- Cypress : 20,000 Expected at Community Festival
- GLENDALE : Center Backs City's Drug-Testing Policy
- VAN NUYS : Officer Describes Being Shot by Suspect
- Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : Battle Over Smoking Ban Is Heating Up
- Rams Reach Agreement With Bettis : Football: No. 1 pick expected to sign and practice today. Trade talks involve Cleveland Gary.
- 'Beside Myself ': Formulaic Look at One's Identity
- Dodge Is Taken Off List in San Francisco Race : Running: Canyon Country woman was credited with third-place finish but can't be found in film of the race.
- Capitol Punishment: 20 Acts Get Pink Slips : Music: CEO Gary Gersh pulls the plug on Smithereens, Great White, Billy Squire and others.
- Strawberry Crop Increases but Still Paltry : Agriculture: Despite heavy rains, county growers' harvest is up 6.3% over '92 but is far short of amount plucked in '91.
- BRIEFLY : Court Refuses to Delay First Shiley Valve Trial
- Ginsburg Decries Bias Against Gays : Justice: High court nominee calls such discrimination deplorable and 'against the tradition of the United States.' No senators at hearing challenge her stand.
- Royal Savings From the Party King : Store offers a wide selection of cards and paper goods at 20% to 50% below retail.
- A Jaw-Breaking Existence : Science: A study of La Brea fossils shows that mealtimes were tough in prehistoric Los Angeles. Saber-toothed cats and other predators often broke their teeth scrambling for food.
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Bettis Agrees to 5-Year Deal
- Covert Marking Time With His Feet of Endurance : Streak: Now 42, he has weathered the elements, illness, injury and surgery, running at least three miles each day for the past 25 years.
- 'Sentimental Journey' Surveys Pre-Rock Pop Hits
- Film Series Explores the Exotic Dietrich
- DANCE REVIEW : Prince Inspires Rocky Horrors at the Ballet
- Awash in Opportunities : Gov. Branstad Visits L.A. to Promote Iowa Despite Flood Devastation
- Delta Air Lines hopped aboard a trend...
- OXNARD : Man Held in Theft to Represent Himself
- National Bancorp Picks New President
- SANTA ANA : Mountain Trek for Latino Teens Planned
- U.S. Must Play Mexico Without Ramos
- Master's Acquires Front-Line Help From University of Illinois : College basketball: Marc Davidson, a 6-6 forward, becomes third Division I player to join Mustangs in two years.
- Chances Are, He Won't Get Fur, er, Far
- Crackdown Targets Investment Ads
- Deficit Concerns Stall Flood Aid Bill : Relief: The House blocked the $3-billion emergency bill because it didn't include offsetting spending cuts. The move jolts the leadership.
- Charges Against Ex-GM Whiz Stir Global Ruckus : Auto industry: Executive who went to VW is accused of stealing secrets. U.S. and German probes under way.
- BURBANK : Airport Authority Votes to Videotape Its Meetings
- BELLFLOWER : School Chief Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Claims
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Rule Changes Shown Officially
- BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Decision Looms: Mondesi or Butler?
- Movie Reviews : 'Poetic Justice': Traveling on a Bumpy Road
- MANUFACTURING
- Times Mirror Co. Reports Second-Quarter Gains
- VALLEY POWER: Hard to say which was...
- Putting Creedence in Karaoke : Terror strikes when the newcomer is called to the stage, but soon you realize how much fun you're having.
- Fisher May Have Talked to FBI Without a Lawyer
- Police Raid Simi Store Over Illegal Pistols
- Ex-Officer Battles City Over Medical Files : Personnel: John Kennedy wants to get back on the police force. He says a demand for his cancer treatment records violates a federal law.
- Next up, buckaroos--the car-roping competition!Even for downtown...
- Woman Shot in Face Is Treated, Released
- TOURISM
- PLACENTIA : Council Overturns Carwash Approval
- Serious Crime in Simi Valley Falls 14.6% : Law enforcement: More intense street work by police has led to a drop in violent offenses, but graffiti reports have jumped.
- Hard Times Ahead : After Winning on Grass at Wimbledon Pete Sampras Will Take a Difficult Road to the U.S. Open
- Cycling Tour Heads to Mammoth
- Colorized '34th Street' a Miracle to Retailers
- TOURISM
- Fashion a Matter of Poetic License
- Avri Elad; Mideast Spy Spent 10 Years in Israeli Jail
- Teacher Surrenders in Harassment Case
- St. Paul Gas Explosion Rips Neighborhood, Killing 2
- BOOK REVIEW : Love Is the Answer in an Eccentric Family : THE BUBBLE REPUTATION <i> by Cathie Pelletier</i> ; Crown $21,272 pages
- Bar Lifts Hedgecock's Suspension From Law Practice
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Park Won't Air Anti-Gang Messages : Recreation: Magic Mountain officials say it doesn't fit in with fun theme. A rampage sparked Santa Clarita's request.
- Countywide : Runway Blackout Caused by Regulator
- District Will Try to Condemn Land in Laguna for Reservoir
- WESTMINSTER : Student Welcomes Leadership Role
- SAN FERNANDO VALLEY : Medfly-Infested Area Sprayed With Malathion
- Dukes' Winning Streak Grows With Victory Over San Antonio : Team tennis: Small crowd watches Newport Beach win, 28-19, after a scare from Racquets.
- Towns Does Things the Hard Way : Prep football: A discipline problem at Pasadena High, he finds third time is the charm in taking test to enter USC.
- Giving Older Masters Their Due Respect
- TOURISM
- Amgen Inc., the world's largest biotechnology company,...
- Felon Charged With Making Pipe Bombs for Profit
- Frances M. Finnen; Santa Monica Anti-Crime Activist
- THE WORD ON WHAT'S HIP AND WHAT'S HYPE
- Supra Smooth at Warp Speed
- Korean Riot Victims Still Devastated, Study Finds : Urban problems: Nearly a third of the families surveyed say they face financial ruin. They blame bureaucratic hurdles for delays in reopening businesses.
- Riordan Looks to the Valley to Fill Lofty Commission Jobs
- In Hard Times, Public Workers Are Endangered Species
- FAMILY ATTRACTIONS : Lowdown on the hoedown is that downtown will be the place to be in Torrance.
- ANAHEIM : Driver Dies as Car Hits Parked Truck
- THOUSAND OAKS : Man Beaten After Motorcycle Rammed
- BURBANK : Architect to Seek Funds for Schools
- U.S. OLYMPIC FESTIVAL : San Antonio Avoids Los Angeles Pitfalls
- Indurain Pedals Along in First as Tour de France Title Looms
- AMERICAN LEGION ROUNDUP : Kmet, Wolf Sparkle in 12-6 Victory
- BRIEFLY
- Dow Falls 30 on Interest Fears, Bond Weakness
- Restaurant Smoking Ban May Be Blocked : Legislation: Opponents will submit petitions seeking to overturn city law. If enough signatures are valid, the ban will be on hold until election.
- PORT HUENEME : Man Gets 6 1/2 Years in Prison for Robbery
- Tribute Was His Stock in Trade
- Sutherland Close on the Heels of His Mentor
- Cultural Grant Forms Available
- 'Just Follow the Bouncing Ball' : Jazz: After a series of ups and downs, singer Carol Sloane's career is holding steady at the top again.
- Comedian Paul Reiser Tries Drama for Fox
- Abbey Healthcare Reports Record Revenue, Profit : Earnings: The Costa Mesa-based company attributes strong second-quarter showing to facilities' performance, focus on higher-margin equipment.
- 'Kustom Kulture' Puts Retro Rags in the Driver's Seat
- Man Convicted of Murdering 4 in School Siege
- Navy Secretary Confirmed
- He Threw Out Book, but Saved the Coach : College basketball: Four months later, official in UCLA-Michigan game explains how he made the call.
- TV REVIEWS : Few Revelations in 'Dogs of War'
- Jane Seymour to Host 'Heart of Healing'
- *Film: Paul Verhoeven is back at the...
- Former Foes Now in Musical Harmony : Records: Time Warner, Sony, went toe-to-toe in court four years ago. Now they're partners in a mail-order business.
- ECONOMY
- California Dreamin' Costs Plenty
- Who's Who at the Zoo
- It's a Wild Job, But Someone's Got to Love It
- Dirt-Removal Plan May Give College a Break : Education: A developer is to offer Pierce $2.1 million, but the proposal has homeowners upset.
- Saving the Russian Soul : Religion: Thousand Oaks evangelist Mark Finley spreads the Gospel, but legislators want to deny foreigners a pulpit.
- An Ailing Profession : Medicine: New doctors enduring the challenges and rigors as first-year interns face a future clouded by skyrocketing costs and impending health-care reforms.
- Hansen-Dent Is Getting a Different Kind of Education : Tennis: After one year on pro tour, former Newport Harbor and UC Irvine player hasn't fulfilled goals.
- Compton School Czar to Lay Off Teachers, Cut Administrators' Pay
- Items for People in the News should...
- TENNIS ROUNDUP : Argentina Eliminates U.S. in Federation Cup
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Arlo Guthrie's Endearing Digressions
- THEATER REVIEW : 'Stormy Monday' an Alternative History Lesson
- TOURISM
- Property, Hotel Owners Sue Disney, Anaheim : Resort: Environmental data is challenged. School districts meanwhile decide not to fight $3-billion project.
- AIDS Drug Study to Continue Despite Mistake in Experiment
- Fees to Treat Lead Poisoning Defended : Courts: Lawsuit seeks to block efforts by paint and oil industries to upset '91 law.
- Key Defector Throws Support to Japan Opposition : Politics: But ex-Liberal Democrat who leads grass-roots party sets a condition for alliance. Another important rebel does the same.
- Cal State Overcomes Hurdle for Campus