- OPEC Agrees to Hold Down Production to Spur Prices : Oil: Disarray among members casts doubt on cartel's goal. Experts predict only a minimal effect at the gas pump.
- Thrift Shops Find It Hard to Keep Shelves Stocked
- RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE
- * Martin C. Johnson has been appointed...
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 18, 1992
- FCC Moves to Increase Competition Among Local Phone Service Providers
- AIRLINES
- U.S., State Economies Still Struggling : California in Worst Slump Since '30s; Report Says Jobless to Top 11% by '93
- Yuen Could Have Last Laugh on AST : Computers: In first public address since June 29 ouster by Irvine firm he co-founded, the entrepreneur shows he didn't lose his sense of humor with his job. He says he's restless and has gotten several offers.
- * Newhall Land & Farming Co. announced...
- Voting for Clinton Is Sin, Priest Says : Religion: Riverside cleric's bulletin mentions Democratic nominee and warns against backing candidates who favor abortion rights. Political statements are against church policy.
- Bear Kills British Tourist in Canadian Rockies
- ORGANIZED CRIME : Criminal Fish Fall Into Police Net in Italy
- FASHION : Doris Conner: An Industry Outsider Keeps the Faith
- Long Beach to Get Little League World Title
- COLUMN ONE : Apartheid's 'Sovereign' Offspring : 'Independent' black homelands have become a battleground in the struggle for power in South Africa. The dispute could threaten the nation's future.
- EUROPE'S CURRENCY CRISIS : 'I'll Buy 100'--the Rates Shift : Money: Frenetic dealers in London banks trade currencies worth billions in second day of European financial crisis.
- The Coolest Cuts
- Iran-Contra Inquiry Ends After 5 1/2 Years
- Psychiatrist in Suicide Suit Gives Up License
- Wilson Vetoes Funds to Continue Anti-Gang Programs for 4th Year : Politics: Assemblyman Richard Katz's 1988 law provided $1 million annually in confiscated drug money to Los Angeles County counseling, job training groups.
- Accused Kidnaper Was Distraught Over Miscarriage, Police Say
- PRACTICAL VIEW : 'Free Money' for Private School
- East Meets West : In Little Saigon, Tradition Is What You Make It
- When the Editor Is Sassy : Jane Pratt, editor of an upstart magazine for teen-agers--and anyone else who thinks young--is 29, going on 16. 'I'm not just talking about young people. I am one.'
- Hurricane Fuels Debate Over Missiles on Kauai : Environment: Opponents warn of more damage if Army goes ahead with 'Star Wars' launches. But backers say tests will bring jobs and money.
- Deals Are Spoken Here
- Draft Issue Casts Shadows Just as Clinton Seeks Clarity : Democrats: He leads in polls, but questions from Vietnam era are drowning out his message. His need to smooth over conflicts adds to image problem.
- Bush Victory Shallow in Battle for TV Coverage : Campaign: Despite controlling network news of late, the President has been unable to close gap with Clinton.
- Voracious Strain of Whitefly Found in San Joaquin Valley
- Bush Takes Aim at Clinton Draft Status, Economic Plan
- Bonn to Expel Thousands of Romanians, Gypsies : Repatriation: Bucharest will take back its citizens who don't qualify for asylum under German law.
- Red Cross' Dole Tours Hurricane Site
- Survival for Victims of Hurricane Andrew Doesn't Go by the Book : Storm: Many residents ignore orders to leave their damaged homes. Rules aren't being enforced because of the severe disruption.
- Israel-Syria Peace Talks Stall Over Golan Issue
- REGIONAL POWER : Iran Re-Emerges as Troubling Question Mark in the Gulf : Possible meddling in southern Iraq is feared.
- Freeway Fliers : For little pay and no benefits, part-time instructors take to the road just to teach.
- Roger Wagner, Choral Music Leader, Dies at 78
- * Bill Gerber has been named executive...
- Firm Settles FTC Lawsuit Involving Cable-TV Permits
- Ropak Settles Patent Infringement Suit Over Collapsible Bins : Agreement: Fullerton-based container maker will pay Perstorp Xytec Inc. of Tacoma, Wash., $1.4 million over the next three years for a non-exclusive license.
- Food 4 Less Supermarkets Reports 40% Jump in Profits for Fiscal 1992 : Grocery: The La Habra-based company attributed the increase to its purchase of 142 Alpha Beta stores; annual sales would have declined without the acquisition.
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 18, 1992
- UC Regents Debate Fallout From Audit : Education: Some board members say the state report criticizing executives' spending has damaged system. Others say it was an unfair smear.
- Hastings' Impeachment Is Overturned
- New Plans Offered to Fight Sexual Harassment in Navy
- FOR KIDS : Material for a Book : Artist-writer will show how to make and decorate volumes using recycled items.
- Thickening the Plot : 'Bullets for Breakfast,' an experimental film, cracks open typical story lines on the West and women's place in the world.
- New O.C. Courthouse Plans Double Price Tag : Bureaucracy: Increase to $168 million blamed on faulty federal projections. Local congressmen irate.
- Mission Play Revival : Tuj-Unga Pageant planners hope to create an event that makes the Verdugo Hills area culturally valuable to the whole city.
- Asthma Strengthens Its Grip, Especially Among Young : Medicine: Although doctors have better treatments than ever before, they are also seeing more serious episodes.
- People
- SENIORS : Housemate Matches : Program pairs Valley residents who would like to share their living space with others seeking housing. Many of the participants have lost a spouse.
- 10th Fischer-Spassky Game Postponed
- STAGE REVIEW : Poetic View of War : Stephen MacDonald's two-character play, "Not About Heroes," argues that Wilfred Owen was in the same class as T. S. Eliot.
- Definitive : Bras: More Than Just Supporting Roles
- Rather Be in Philadelphia? : A refugee from the City of Brotherly Love plans 'Reunion Extravaganza,' with food, music and celebrities.
- Windfall Softens Blow to Schools in San Diego
- 2 Teens Held in Anaheim School Shootings : Arrests: The 15-year- olds are apprehended at their homes. A motive has not been determined in the attacks on two students.
- 2nd Guilty Plea in Store Owner's Slaying
- Laguna Beach City Hall to Make Switch to Voice Mail : Budget: The money-saving automated message center is part of a $19-million spending plan approved by the City Council. It also includes fee hikes for some services.
- SANTA CLARITA : Judge Prevents City From Closing VFW Post
- San Diego Spotlight : Relocated Nicolosi's Brings Family Atmosphere Along
- Festival Takes On Many Shades of Blues : Diverse Lineup and New Location Push the Boundaries of the Annual Long Beach Festival
- '1918' . . . In One Era, Out Another
- Resilient Paladins Bring Roots-Rock Sound Home : Music: The band's performance at the Adams Avenue Street Fair will have the air of both a homecoming and a reunion.
- STAGE
- MOVIE REVIEW : 'Station' a Brief Encounter With a Twist
- MOVIES - Sept. 18, 1992
- AIDS Tape Getting Mixed Reception From Retailers
- 'Marisol' a Jolt to the Senses : Stage: Jose Rivera delivers his strongest play to date. It is the first in La Jolla Playhouse's two-play FutureFest repertory.
- Television - Sept. 18, 1992
- MOVIE REVIEW : 'Jumpin' a Spiritual Odyssey in the Bronx
- JAZZ REVIEW : Vintage Duke, Updated Benny at the Bowl
- Bill to Limit Cable TV Rates Passes House
- Behind The Scenes : Model Citizens
- Panel Urges Closer Ties to Promote Cuban Democracy
- Ruling Delayed on Gnatcatcher Endangerment
- A Battle to Beat the Odds : Parents of two North Hollywood brothers afflicted with a rare genetic disorder must maintain a vigil against run-of-the-mill bumps and bruises.
- James Glanville; Investment Banker
- Currency Crisis Reaches Deeper in Europe; Lira Slides : Finance: Germany refuses to cut interest rates that most other nations blame for the chaos. The franc faces pressure but the British pound grows stronger.
- Commission Files New Application for Dump Site
- Domestic Energy Prices Raised by Yeltsin : Russia: Oil is up almost double effective today. Coal rises 30%. The increases are expected to boost all consumer goods 20% to 25%.
- Reiner, in Surprise Move, Drops Out of Race for D.A. : Election: Trailing in the campaign, the incumbent says he refuses to use negative tactics needed to win. He virtually concedes victory to former chief deputy Garcetti.
- Angry Electorate Has House Incumbents Feeling Jittery About Campaign : Congress: With a push for term limits adding to the tension, many lawmakers are working harder--and making more trips back home.
- RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE
- Dollar Drops as Fear Still Grips Europe : Market Overview
- At Burger King, Dinner Is About to Be Served
- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 18, 1992
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 18, 1992
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 18, 1992
- U.S., State Economies Still Struggling : Commerce: Trade deficit hits $74.5 billion a year; weekly unemployment figures are the highest in a month.
- Why Foreign Funds May Be 'Keepers'
- N.Y. Times Promotes Primis
- Garamendi Moves to Fight Inner-City Redlining : Insurance: The proposal would rate firms on performance and offer rewards to those that excel.
- Currency Mess Boosts Dollar, May Benefit U.S. Economy : Markets: A gradual rise in the greenback as investors seek a safe haven could help many Americans, including American tourists and importers.
- AIRLINES
- Koreas Sign Wide-Ranging Accords : Diplomacy: The pacts are possible only because the two sides agree to defer tougher issues. A nuclear inspections deadlock could sink the agreements.
- RESTAURANT REVIEW : It Means Party in Russian : From Friday to Saturday, the Balalayka fills with people from the republics of the former Soviet Union who feast on the banquet offerings.
- THE WORD ON WHAT'S HIP AND WHAT'S HYPE
- Medications Fall Into 4 Groups, Cover Spectrum
- Wilson OKs Bill Easing Rules on Ride-Sharing for Small Firms
- Tower of Concrete : A poured-in-place, 32-story Burbank skyscraper resembles a luxury liner whose interior responds to external temperatures.
- Study Finds U.S. Asians Get More School, Less Pay
- To Get Hang of Suspenders, Lose the Belt
- Ex-House Postal Official Pleads Guilty
- BOOK REVIEW : A Callas Biography That Veers Off-Key
- Fresh Big-Band Sound : An orchestra featuring veteran Valley musicians will make its debut at the Moonlight Tango in Sherman Oaks. It plans to be 'hot and never ponderous.'
- A Sampling of Stores Offering Value and Distinction
- A Dramatic Start : Novice playwright Michael Creith goes by his instincts and ends up with a play in production.
- Paul Martin, 89; Canadian Statesman
- . . . And Now X Is Marking the Lawsuit
- New Volcano Eruption Cancels Alaska Flights
- MEDICINE / CANCER : Study Tells How Disease Varies Among Ethnic Groups
- Sir Speedy Sells Argentine Franchise Rights
- RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE : Kaufman & Broad's Vintage Subsidiary Changes Its Tack
- 5 Disneyland Unions to Vote Again on Pact After 1st Defeat : Labor: Workers said first attempt lost 950 to 700. Three-year contract proposal would cover 3,000 workers.
- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 18, 1992
- Fluor Daniel in Biopharmaceuticals Market
- Citrus Hill Squeezed Out of Juice Business : Beverages: Procter & Gamble will drop its pure juice brand and focus on juice drink products.
- Figure Set on the Sale of N.Y. Daily News : Media: Magazine owner Mortimer Zuckerman agrees to pay $18 million for the ailing newspaper.
- Mission Viejo Girl Hits Truck, Is Killed
- Legislators Stump for Poison Center Funding : Budget: State money for the facilities was cut in the latest spending plan, and Assembly members think the funds should come from manufacturers.
- Bud Fassel, Equipment Manager, Dies
- SIMI VALLEY : NRA Vows to Aid Gallegly in Race
- Free Clinic's Sole Dentist Impacted With Record Number of Patients
- YORBA LINDA : Developer Runs Up Flags; City Salutes
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Apartment Complex Renovation OKd
- Transit Service Cuts, Fare Hikes Proposed
- The Bishop and the Bureaucrat
- Dog days: Two Elysian Park residents felt...
- LOS ANGELES : Man Fires Starter's Pistol at Fellow Bus Passenger
- OJAI : Environmentalists Plan Trip to Russia
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Pact Will Allow RV Dealer in City
- BREA : Top Math Teacher Grapples With Fact
- U.S. Will Probe Expenditures for Metro Rail : Finances: Investigative arm of Congress will look into allegations of fraud, abuse and corruption in the L.A. subway project.
- Avalon Raising Taxes to Keep Community Hospital Open
- Brain Tumor Forces Filante to Suspend Congress Campaign
- Groups Vow Support to Prepare Students for Work Force : Employment: Armed with an $85,000 study of Santa Ana business, school and business leaders say they will try to give high school graduates a better chance for success.
- Anaheim, Builders Settle Case on Exhibit Hall Construction
- Calabasas Council OKs Luxury Housing Project
- Shotgun Wedding : The Bride Wore Fat Cords, Plaid Dr. Martens and the Music Was Punk
- A CHRONICLE OF THE PASSING SCENE
- Henry Jaffe; Emmy Award Winner
- Judge Hastings' Impeachment by Senate Panel Is Overturned
- Decision on Gnatcatcher's Status Delayed : Wildlife: Officials postpone action on listing the bird as endangered pending scientific opinion on whether it is the same as a subspecies common in Mexico.
- Overwhelmed by Animal Instincts?
- NEWPORT BEACH : At Long Last, New Firefighters Hired
- Still a Good Year : With 1937 Ride Ticket, Blimp Rises to the Occasion
- Plea Bargain of Killer, Hostage Taker Rejected
- Celebration of Indian Culture : The Tuj-Unga Heritage Pageant will open tonight with photography exhibits, poetry and storytelling.
- Withdrawal of Ex-Banker's Guilty Plea Sought in Iraqi Loan Case
- Peru Orders Anti-Sendero Effort in U.S.
- Haute 'Honeymoon'
- City Will Decide If Boy Scouts Broke Law in Gay's Suspension
- Suspect Is Held After Beatings at Westminster Jewelry Store
- Rally at Vacant Plant Focuses on Job Losses, Pollution Rules : Economy: AQMD spokesman says many businesses are using public concern over layoffs to roll back reasonable government regulations.
- Von Haden Is Back and Suing Vista : Government: Gadfly seeks to block transfer of housing densities.
- You Got This Far--Keep Going : The only thing Syria and Israel have to fear is fear itself
- SANTA CLARITA : Weather Helps Crew Contain Brush Fire
- SIMI VALLEY : Commission OKs 1st Public Gym
- Member of Jail Work Crew Escapes
- THOUSAND OAKS : City OKs $300,000 to Speed Construction
- Jury Hears Tape of Deceased Witness in '82 Strangulation
- Judge Blocks Santa Clarita Order to Shut Veterans Hall : Courts: The bar and meeting place can remain open until an Oct. 29 hearing. The city had closed it after receiving complaints about noise.
- LOS ANGELES : Council Continues Fight Over Burbank Airport
- Countywide : Tropical Storm Brings Showers
- Switch to Sweaters
- Labels for Less : The Dana Brooke showroom has great buys in trendy apparel for girls. : BARGAINS / GERI COOK
- Up for the Count : Boxing class focuses on cutting calories, building strength, aiding coordination and, most of all, relieving stress.
- Texas death renews debate over violent rap lyrics
- Monorail Pro and Con
- Edelman Aide Not Interested
- Higher Taxes
- Glendale's Purchase of Lot Near the Freeway
- Westridge Means Jobs
- Proposition 13 Aftereffects
- Little India in Artesia
- Higher Taxes
- Little India in Artesia
- Wrong Way for Freeway
- Proposition 13 Aftereffects
- Too Hot to Learn
- Budget Cuts
- Proposition 13 Aftereffects
- Proposition 13 Aftereffects
- Coastal Commission and Rancho Palos Verdes
- Proposition 13 Aftereffects
- Monorail Pro and Con
- SUPER LOTTO RESULTS
- Rep. Maxine Waters
- New Chef Brings Wit to Rancho Valencia
- Passion Fruit, Passion Fruit
- Best of Shows
- Baking for Bucks
- Preserving Tradition
- Sweetstakes: Pomona's Acres of Cakes
- Cook My Cabbage, Please
- Irene Hawes: The Fairest of Them All
- COLUMN ONE : Buzzword With Bite: Work Ethic : Why do attitudes toward finding work--and toward working--vary so much? The questions gain importance as Los Angeles rebuilds in tough economic times.
- Surfing the Wave of Tradition
- COWBOYS: Roping the Real Goods : THE TRUTH ABOUT COWBOYS : OK, So the Roy Rogers Legend Was a Myth; Horse Sense Still Finds Plenty That's Entertaining About the West
- Elmer A. Stueve; Co-Founder of Alta-Dena Dairy
- After a Lean Year, 1992 Is Looking Like a Mean Year : Prep football: The Southland should again establish itself as a hotbed for talent.
- South Pasadena : Talk on Freeway Extension
- Underground Culture : Long Past Its Glory Years, Art Deco Tunnel Faces Final Exit
- Hillside Estate Project Clears 1st City Hurdle : Housing: Residents demand a complete environmental report be prepared before final OK.
- SPECIAL EVENTS : Food Fest Is Appetizing
- Rolling on Through the Years : Old-Time Organ Music Draws Old-Time Skaters
- Yugoslavs May Be Barred From U.N. Seat : Diplomacy: Russian veto threat eases after Belgrade leader says his truncated nation would reapply to world body.
- Embattled Head of San Diego State Gets Qualified Support of Trustees
- Wherefore Art Thou Romeo Cucina? The Locals Know
- Altadena : Tough Budget Choice Ahead
- Glendale : Perkins Building Dedicated
- Pomona Gets Boost From Tomoyasu : Volleyball: All-American candidate has helped Broncos climb to No. 14 in NCAA Division II poll.
- NEIGHBORS / SHORT TAKES : Chess Checkers : Members of a local club have their eye on a match between Boris Spassky and Bobby Fischer that has revived interest in the game.
- West Covina : Tax Loss Won't Affect Budget
- SPOTLIGHT / FACTS, FIGURES AND COMMENTS FROM LAST WEEK'S GAMES : PREPS
- Widow to Serve Out Husband's Senate Term
- CHESS RESULTS : Fischer Wins Third Straight Against Spassky
- Four Slain in South Africa
- Millicent Fenwick, 82; Congress' 'Conscience'
- Water District to Rebuild Reservoir : Decision: Board's vote is a blow to residents' battle to bar reopening of the facility.
- GOP Weighs Options, Finds 1 Left: Massive Attack on Clinton : Campaign's strategy relies on raising doubts about the challenger's draft record, actions as Arkansas governor, economic plan and stance on key issues.
- Recall Drive to Proceed Despite Utility Tax Cut
- Compton : 'I Love Compton' Breakfast to Honor Dymally and Hahn
- High-Tech Effects to Show What Bush Is Fighting For
- 'Debate Over Debates' Continues as First One Is Canceled
- Long Beach : $75,000 Grant Will Fund Recycling of Motor Oil
- 'Clean Dirt' Deals : Lenders are now forcing commercial borrowers to decontaminate their operations in order to qualify for new money.
- SoCal Edison to Pay Tucson Over Failed SDG&E; Merger
- AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
- FCC Expected to Issue New Rules Limiting Telemarketers : Regulations: But consumer advocates believe the changes will fail to adequately protect Americans from intrusive telephone solicitations.
- TECHNOLOGY & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- Expanding Your Voice in Politics
- Pandemonium in Europe Boosts Dollar : Markets: Investors rush to the greenback as a safe harbor. Gold prices rise steeply, but stocks end slightly down.
- Judge Tentatively Dismisses B of A Case
- Watchdog Wingdings : State Securities Regulators Party on the Tab of Brokerages They May Have to Take to Task
- Alleged Insider Was Truly Wired
- Medical Supply Workers Facing Fraud Charges : Investigation: Two surrender to marshals, with four others to turn themselves in later. State, U.S. authorities say prescriptions were altered.
- TECHNOLOGY & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 17, 1992
- Texas 'Caviar'
- Have Your Tradition and Eat It Too
- The Snack Food Wars
- High Country Cooking: Food From a Tibetan Monastery
- Iran Pressures OPEC to Slash Output to Boost Crude Prices : Oil: Tehran wants the cartel's $21-a-barrel target met. It threatens to turn up taps unless other members agree.
- OTHER NEWS - Sept. 17, 1992
- AT&T; Cuts Its Universal Card Interest Rate : Credit: The action heats up a competitive split in the industry as some card issuers offer rewards, while others stress the price advantage.
- BANKING & FINANCE - Sept. 17, 1992
- S&L; Quarterly Profit Drops 17.5%, Despite Huge Gains : Thrifts: Second-quarter net income fell to $1.27 billion. California institutions earned $94.8 million despite the weak real estate market.
- GARDEN GROVE : Council Honors 2 Who Revived Twins
- $1.3 Million Sought Over Altercation : Litigation: Man files claims against L.A. and Montebello, saying three off-duty LAPD officers attacked him.
- Police Have Few Leads in Teen's Slaying
- LONG BEACH : Doctor Wins $1.1 Million in Racial Bias Lawsuit
- Panel Says Schools Can Soften Pay Cuts : Education: Special commission suggests that board make further reductions in administrative areas.
- Subtle Inequalities in the Classroom
- Ducking, Bobbing, Weaving: Is This What People Want? : The electorate may be more focused on reality than some spin doctors think
- FANTASY 5 RESULTS
- SANTA ANA : Medical Center Plan Gets Council's OK
- Late Mail Deals City a Setback in Effort to Reduce $6.75-Million Award : Courts: A new trial in a police shooting case is denied after the paperwork arrives after the deadline.
- Downey : City Relaxes Density Rules to Get Low-Income Housing
- Obituaries - Sept. 17, 1992
- A Newsletter For Those Who 'Want More But Have Less' : Personal finance: In these tough times, a publisher finds a market for people who want to learn how to stretch their dollars--and even cents.
- Store's Recycling Program Brings Money to Torrance Unified Schools
- Students Vent Their Anger Over Cutbacks : Education: Youths attending forum at Birmingham High are urged to voice their unhappiness to elected officials.
- Volunteer Focuses on the Job Amid the Misery After Disaster Strikes
- PAUMA VALLEY : Fire in Mountains Near Pauma Valley
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : New Fees Approved for Some Businesses
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : City Redoubles Its Recycling Efforts
- Man Arrested, 6-Year-Old Returned Unharmed to Mother
- Pollution Hearing Held as Beach Is Closed
- ORANGE COUNTY VOICES : Panic Offering Hope to Yugoslavia : The Costa Mesa businessman faces a daunting task of bringing peace to Yugoslavia. Can he do it? His countrymen think so. He may be their best and only hope.
- Panel Offers Plan to Cure Health Care for the Poor : Medi-Cal: County health and government officials propose HMO-like program that would ease access to physicians. It must be approved by supervisors and state medical commission.
- ANAHEIM : Bidder on City Work Threatens to Sue
- False-Arrest Claim Nets $1.3 Million : Courts: Cal State wrestler spent 7 months in jail, missing Olympics, before being acquitted. Jury voted award after hearing that evidence in drug case was fabricated.
- VENTURA : $100,000 Donated to County Museum
- OJAI VALLEY : Idaho Investment Firm Buys Hospital
- The Romance Broker : Lifestyles: A twice-divorced modern-day yenta steers Jewish couples down the aisle to matrimony.
- COUNTYWIDE : Hikers, Riders to Be Charged Trail Fee
- All-Pro Advice : Former Football Players Huddle With Young Inmates at Sylmar Juvenile Hall
- ANTELOPE VALLEY : Businesses Recruited for Telecommuting
- Welfare Prober Claims Fraud Unabated : Government: Investigator says corruption in county system continues and officials are covering up the issue.
- Fighting Mad : Oxnard: Veterans threaten to take matters into their own hands after vandals deface a monument in Plaza Park.
- State Kills Plan to Shut Local Drug Enforcement Office : Law enforcement: Outcry over proposal to move all 21 agents to L.A. in budget move convinces Department of Justice that abandoning county would be a mistake.
- It Wasn't Funny, No One's Laughing
- Illnesses of Gulf War Veterans Debated : Health: Lawmakers chide the government for contending there is no link between ailments and exposure to toxic chemicals.
- Wilson Attacks Teachers Union : Budget: Governor says UTLA is brainwashing students by making them write letters protesting funding cuts. Officials say pupils are free to write whatever they wish.
- Countywide : Salvation Army Expanding Services
- MISSION COLLEGE : Issue-Oriented Activities Slated
- Jail Sentences Set for Death of Worker in Roof Accident : Courts: Three men will pay $100 fines and serve 90 days in county jail for involuntary manslaughter. The worker was fatally injured when a Torrance roof being demolished collapsed.
- Witness Backs Up Tape Linking Man to '82 Slaying
- SAUGUS : School District Names New Chief
- THOUSAND OAKS : Circuit City Told to Test Visibility
- MILEAGE : There's More to Tracy Chapman Than 'Fast Car'
- Swinging the Night Away
- Festival to Salute Mexico Independence
- High Life: A WEEKLY FORUM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS : When You Wish Upon a Poll, Answers Surpise
- Sit Down to Schnitzel and Strudel at Alex's Family Table
- PIERCE COLLEGE : Ventilation System Is Aired Out