- New Incidents Linked to Serial Child Molester : Crime: Two more schoolchildren in the San Fernando Valley are accosted. Police believe that same man is responsible for 32 cases.
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Jessie Sparks Ventura With 30 Points
- HANUKKAH: The eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights,...
- Pope Appoints Successor to Resigning Sacramento Bishop
- GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Brea Rolls to Showdown With Lynwood
- TECHNOLOGY & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- Valley Projects Get $7 Million to Support Defense Conversion : Technology: Clinton program recognizes Rockwell, Calstart. President will visit aerospace firm today.
- Lewis R. Thomas; Biologist Wrote 'The Lives of a Cell'
- Truly Gorgeous Day Rains on Weather Writer's Parade : Sunshine: Finding gloom requires a prowl of the deepest, darkest, dankest recesses of L.A.
- LONG BEACH : Youth Gets 15 Years to Life Term in 'Ace of Spades' Case
- Rostenkowski Says He Will Seek Reelection Despite Federal Probe
- From Rugs to Riches : Fortunes Soar for Kilims, Tribal Flat-Weave Carpets
- 7-Year Job Search May Have Spurred Rampage
- For the Love of a Child, a Man Is Saved : Recovery: A Skid Row addict turns his life around to keep his daughter.
- Aspin Plan Sees Military Partnership for Europe
- AQMD to Lay Off About 120 Employees Next Summer : Pollution: Budget cuts require a 13% reduction in staff. Executive says that clean air efforts will be slowed down, but that the agency isn't going out of business.
- Judge Blocks Part of Doctors' Disclosure Law : Medicine: Ruling prevents board from revealing discipline that was recommended but not taken.
- McKeon Criticized at Meeting Over His Vote Backing NAFTA : Politics: The congressman wanted to use the occasion to focus on future legislation, but Perot supporters used it to protest.
- Testimony Ends in Menendez Brothers Trial : Court: Attorneys' arguments are expected to continue for two more weeks. Jurors take photo tour outside family's former estate.
- NCAA SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIPS : Gamecocks End Titans' Dream, 1-0
- De La Hoya, Managers Spar : Pro boxing: Restraining order refused as boxer engages in a tense standoff over his career only days before his next fight.
- LOS ALAMITOS : One-Two Punch by Garcia Gives Him Victory No. 1,000
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL / SOUTHERN SECTION PLAYOFFS
- QUICK KICKS
- O.C. CIRCUS REVIEW : Cheap Thrills, Quality Shock
- Charges Against Compton Teacher Dropped
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE SOCCER : Cypress Women, Irvine Valley Men Play Today
- Tollner Returns to College : Football: The Rams' quarterback coach becomes the new head coach at San Diego State.
- C-SPAN Taking Government to the People : Television: The goal of the school bus equipped with production facilities is to increase awareness of the network in classrooms and around the country.
- Yo! Check Out the Fresh Prince's 180-Degree Turn : Movies: Will Smith trades his hipster persona for a dramatically different role in 'Six Degrees of Separation.'
- Tomlinson Not Sold on Ethnic Series : Programming: The director of the O.C. center is not as supportive of the international concerts as the Philharmonic Society had indicated.
- Executive Charged With Molesting 12-Year-Old
- It's Their Initial Meeting : Bruins: UCLA and UNLV finally play tonight. It's Massimino's first game at Pauley.
- Prosecution of Fleiss' Alleged Clients Studied : Courts: Possibility of charges based on alleged madam's 'black book' is raised at hearing on whether she is a victim of discriminatory practices.
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Defense Worked Last Season
- Re Toss to Carry 119 Pounds in Silver Belles Handicap
- Clippers Extend Sports Arena Ties
- SCORECARD / County Highlights From the Semifinals of the Southern Section Playoffs : LIGHTS, CAMERA, . . . ACTION!
- Northridge Loses Fourth in a Row
- Northridge Can't Shake the Chills : College basketball: McLinn faces long, cold winter as Matadors (0-4) lose to Southwest Missouri State, 59-43.
- Leslie Leads USC Over Richmond
- It's Time to Pass Go and Collect Again : Pop: Jack Tempchin, whose prime songwriting properties are about to pay, plays the Laguna fire benefit today.
- PERFORMANCE REVIEW : Circus Sideshow Delivers a Grand Gross-Out Spectacle
- HEALTH
- Sealant Will Stop Buckling Floor
- GARDENING : Diagnosis, First Aid for Plants
- Europe's U.S. Film Curbs Could Scuttle Trade Talks
- American Ballet Theatre's New 'Nutcracker' Premieres in Orange County : Dance: ABT's Kevin McKenzie did the choreography, to a libretto by playwright Wendy Wasserstein.
- William J. Trent Jr.; Led Negro College Fund
- LOS ANGELES : Stretch of Wilshire Will Be Closed This Weekend
- SIMI VALLEY : Council to Receive Wal-Mart Vote Count
- CALABASAS : Hospice Friends Light Tree to Raise Funds
- All This Protection for a Goat? Quarterback Has to Be Jealous
- HIGH SCHOOL INDIVIDUAL TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL / CITY SECTION PLAYOFFS : San Pedro Beats Reseda, 17-0
- NBA ROUNDUP : Suns Get Jump on Nets, 104-103
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL / SOUTHERN SECTION PLAYOFFS : Flynn, Defense Lead Mater Dei Into Final
- PREP FOOTBALL / Special Pullout Section : No Identity Crisis for Trabuco Hills Twins : Division VIII: Cornerback Geoff Beckham and his brother Gerry, a kicker, will try to help Mustangs defeat Laguna Hills tonight.
- WEEKEND TV : Chris Evert Hosts 'American Health Test'
- Action Figures Get the Action : Toy Category Is Red-Hot This Season, Retailers Report
- 7-Year Job Hunt May Have Led to Rampage
- State Groups Win Major U.S. Grants
- Child Gives Another AIDS, NBC Reports
- Israel Frees a PLO Activist in Apparent Move to Quiet Gaza
- Grand Jury to Review Study of Recorder's Office : Government: The panel's request for a consultant's report on operations directed by Lee A. Branch comes as a sexual harassment and abuse investigation continues.
- Exhibit Good Taste by Giving a Museum Piece as a Christmas Present : Gifts: Even someone who has everything might like a Gutenberg printing press or a finger-warming ceramic book bottle.
- The Oxnard Rampage : Employees Say Threats Are Constant Part of Their Jobs : Oxnard: They cite high stress, worries of violence and lack of sufficient precaution--all of which play a role in working at the unemployment office.
- ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Let's Have Boosters, Not Meddlers
- Land Dispute Escalates Between Soka University and Conservancy : Courts: War of words mounts as appellate date nears on school plan to expand Santa Monica Mountains site.
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Pep Rally Backs Keeping Air Force Plant 42 Open
- HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Hart Roars Past Taft, Into Final
- Fremont Overcomes Washington
- Pactel Corp.'s Initial Stock Offering Comes Out Ringing
- Reno Orders FBI to Discard Anti-Homosexual Hiring Policy
- COLUMN ONE : Tiny Land Still Caught in Middle : Long a flash point of Mideast conflict, Lebanon fears new woes as old foes negotiate. The nation 'paid for other people's wars,' a Beiruti sighs. 'Must it pay for other people's peace?'
- Conciliatory Talk Doesn't Mend Health Care Divisions : Reform: Clinton insists everyone should be covered. A fellow Democrat makes appeal to centrist group to repair the insurance system first.
- The leaders of a nationwide agency that...
- Rams' Henley Freed on Bail in Drug Case : Courts: Judge denies bid to keep the cornerback in jail after his indictment on suspicion of being involved in a cross-country cocaine ring. Prosecutors may appeal.
- WESTMINSTER : Reviving Artistry of Barbershop Quartet
- Public TV Boards Face High-Tech Future : Communications: Three agencies address shrinking funds, cable competition and benefits of working together.
- ART REVIEW : A Visit to the Hyperactive World of Lari Pittman
- Reseda Slams Into a Stone Wall Called San Pedro, Loses, 17-0
- Battle for Control of Carl's Jr. Still Looms as Karcher Seeks 2 Board Seats for Allies
- Metro Red Line Construction
- This One Might Win for Best Shorts Story
- Wrapping Up Season for a Nice Holiday Gift
- Tax-Incentive Aid Needed for Films
- PERSPECTIVES / LETTERS : Christian Science Healing Should Be Looked at Without Bias
- USC Fans Are Hoping This Comeback Against UCLA Won't Fall Short
- Raider Fans Now Are Committed to Vehemence
- Someone Needs to Send Mr. Lett a Rule Book
- Obituaries - Dec. 4, 1993
- TELEVISION - Dec. 4, 1993
- Big Drop in State, U.S. Jobless Rates : Employment: One-month decline is largest in 10 years. But California tally is result of fewer people seeking work.
- Idle Choppers Badly Needed in Laguna Fire
- Big Drop in State, U.S. Jobless Rates : Employment: One-month decline is largest in 10 years. But California tally is result of fewer people seeking work.
- The Oxnard Rampage : Winterbourne 'Just Seemed Eccentric' : Background: Potential employers say the job seeker's looks, manner put them off, but that he gave no hints of violence.
- The Oxnard Rampage : Victims All Worked to Help Others : Profiles: Anna Velasco, Phillip Villegas and Richard Bateman--who died in line of duty--devoted themselves to serving the less fortunate.
- Little Bit of Poland for Tustin? : Base reuse: European village idea is rejected by planners. Top three options include housing, shops and perhaps a movie studio.
- THEIR OWN GENIE: The Corona del Mar...
- Suspect's Palm Print Found in Klaas Home : Kidnaping: Evidence discovered in bedroom on night of girl's abduction shows parolee was there, FBI says. Richard Allen Davis could be charged next week.
- VAN NUYS : Dentist Gets 6-Year Term for Molestation
- Man Gets Life for Rape of Burbank Officer's Daughter
- BANKING & FINANCE - Dec. 4, 1993
- Lawyers, Stars to Join Manatt
- Schlosberg Is Named New Times Publisher : Media: David Laventhol will step down in January for health reasons, Times Mirror Co. announces.
- Japan Defense Chief Quits Over Peacekeeping Remark
- Setting Your Table for the Holidays : Mikasa is offering its twice-yearly china, stoneware, crystal and flatware sale. Also, Ikea's Christmas tree event is back.
- People of L.A. on Exhibit : Works on display at Pierce College's gallery portray faces of the community in their daily lives.
- Childhood Melodies, Grown-Up Memories
- Socko Combo : Socks 'n' Sandals--Thongs to Platforms--Is All the Rage
- DANA POINT : Children's Author to Speak at School
- Exercising a Point of View : Health: At cholesterol central, couch potatoes say it's a workout just to lift all those cheeseburgers with extra chili. Fitness buffs say report on risks to the sedentary confirms what they already knew.
- Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : Not All Favor Restrictions on Garage Sales
- * James E. Sheldon; Radio Entertainer
- Nothing Fishy About This Pregame Plan
- Regarding the Big Match, Anyone Can Hazard a Guess
- MOTOR RACING / SHAV GLICK : Three New Books Sure to Rev Up Race Fans
- Conlan Sees Hope for the Future : Pro football: Linebacker says Rams' situation is similar to one he faced in Buffalo as a rookie in 1987.
- National Video Rentals : 'Cliffhanger' Ready to Scale Heights
- Winger Stretches Out in 'A Dangerous Woman' : The actress gets the space to create a full-out portrait and is wonderful without being showy.
- MusicSource's Chinese Deal: A company that markets...
- Agreement Reached in Farm Trade Dispute : Commerce: U.S. and EC negotiators see it as a step toward meeting deadline in Uruguay Round of GATT talks.
- Acting in the Spirit of Christmas : Through their shows, two men send out a reminder that the holiday is a time for loving, sharing and helping.
- DIPLOMACY : In a War of Words Over Macedonia, Tiny Greece Upbraids Mighty Germany
- LAGUNA BEACH : Hospitality Weekend Begins Tonight
- Parade Tonight Opens Yule Season
- 2 Men Convicted in Arson Fire That Killed 5 : Crime: The defendants poured gasoline into a mail chute and started the blaze. They face possible death sentences.
- Vendor's Attempt at a Better Life Ends With Slaying
- 1,000 Protest Bid to Tap DWP Pension Fund
- LOS ANGELES : Fugitive Arrested, Held for Extradition
- NHL NOTES : A Little Walk Helped End Officials' Strike
- COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Chapman Rallies to Beat Cal Baptist in Tournament
- 'You Can't Take It With You': No Camp, Just Laughs
- Newman Has His Say in the First Person : Pop music: The underdog champion, who has been busy behind the scenes, will play Irvine.
- Karcher Enterprises Posts Profit : Fast food: The Anaheim company, however, reports a drop in third-quarter sales at its Carl's Jr. restaurants<i> .</i>
- Ornda Healthcorp. to Take Over Summit : Medicine: $375-million merger with Burbank company would create one of U.S.'s largest publicly owned hospital firms.
- You Don't Need a Green Thumb to Make Fabric Roses Bloom
- Jurors Didn't Find Robbins Credible
- All in the Name of Love and War : 'My Poor Marat,' a Russian play set in a city under siege, is about two men who are in love with the same woman.
- 4 Shot Dead by Man in Rampage : Violence: Gunman murders three, wounds four in Oxnard unemployment office, then kills pursuing officer. He drives to Ventura jobless office and is slain by police.
- Team Set to Restore Mayoral Mansion
- Robbins Testimony Lacked Credibility, Jury Members Say : Trial: Former senator now inmate played role in political corruption convictions, but some say the case would have been won without him.
- U.S. Flies Somali Clan Leader Aidid to Talks : Africa: Former fugitive is escorted to peace negotiations in Ethiopia by American military, which once hunted him.
- NATO Ministers Approve Plan to Help E. Europe Nations
- UNIVERSAL CITY : Metro Rail Station Siting to Be Studied
- Valley Obituaries
- VIDEO FACTS
- Insurance Swindle Nets Stiff Prison Terms
- Literary Launching Pad : Red Dancefloor, although struggling to survive, manages to keep publishing a respected collection of poems, narrative and imagistic verse.
- PLO Chief Faces Unprecedented Leadership Challenge : Mideast: Arafat's key advisers are demanding democratic reforms. They accuse him of betraying the Palestinians' trust.
- Keep the Magic Alive : Continuing the Santa tradition provides excitement, fun and other benefits for children, a CSUN professor asserts.
- Gunman Kills 4, Is Slain by Police : Oxnard: Alan Winterbourne's fatal rampage started in state unemployment office. An officer is among the dead. His motive is unknown.
- Women in Congress Cite Gains on Family Issues
- Gene That Causes Inherited Colon Cancers Discovered
- City Hosting Annual Holiday Street Festival
- Parents Want School Named for Volunteer
- WESTMINSTER : Institute Brings Sea to Schools
- When It Comes to Religion, America Has Seen the Lite
- LOS ANGELES : Suspect in Woman's Death to Be Extradited
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Chief Administrator Names Top Assistant
- RESEDA : Petting Zoo Owner May Fight in Court
- TOPANGA : Homeowners Get Help on Preventing Erosion Damage
- Volunteers Can Adopt Parks Under Program
- Irish Lineman Taylor Wins Lombardi Award
- A Wild Day in Baseball : Transactions: Phillies deal Williams to Astros, and Indians sign Murray and Martinez.
- Soccer Capital : Davidson College Would Like to Become Permanent Final Four Site
- Irvine Stopped by 42 Free Throws
- Bid Made for Series of Ethnic Concerts : Music: Philharmonic Society is hopeful that the new administrator of the O.C. Arts Center will welcome diversity.
- Show to Honor 'Musical Encounter' Founder
- Designer Will Take History Down the Bridal Path
- Spirit Replaces Plenty : Spending time rather than money can make holidays more rewarding.
- Galaxy May Be Less Dense, Study Says
- A Legitimate Therapy Suffers Rip-Offs : Sexual abuse: Pressures for faster, cost-effective therapy have contributed to a new syndrome of false 'recovered memories.'
- Williams' Probation Report Urges Maximum Sentence : Courts: Study says Denny beating showed 'a high degree of cruelty, viciousness and callousness.'
- ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : A Native Memorial
- Students Get Close-Up Look at Wildlife Area
- Countywide : Players Get a Kick Out of Soccer Field
- BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
- Like Father Buddy, Local Girl Makes Good : Kiki Ebsen, Who Grew Up in Newport, Expects Her Band's Coach House Gig to Be Like a Homecoming
- Brain Surgery Blurs Future of Sony Chairman : Japan: Analysts speculate that his absence could trigger executive changes at giant electronic company.
- Kmart to Sell Payless Chain to THC Corp. : Merger: With $1-billion deal, Thrifty's parent firm will become the nation's second-largest drugstore retailer.
- Bonding on Ice : For the adult players who flock to area rinks, hockey is more than a game, it's a way of life and a link to the past.
- A City That Looks Like No Other : Who needs NAFTA? We've long had free trade of style. Cultures converge to produce everything from Guatemalan-inspired surf wear to kente-covered kitchen canisters.
- Clinton Task Force Rejects Welfare Cutoff : Policy: Panel looks for ways to make good on his campaign pledge to reform aid system. It plans to offer the President a list of options later this month.
- Couple Held in Presumed Death of Employer, 83
- Transit Panel to Consider Bid for State Funds : County: Collection of about $1 million a year would require voters' approval. No matching funds or new taxes needed.
- GLENDALE : Plans for Museum Are Scrapped
- Rivalry Is Urban vs. Suburban
- Mehlberg to Compete in Regional Meet
- The ghost of Christmas past lives on...
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : For Them, Grass Is Always Greener
- Montes Awarded Third-Round Knockout of Campas in Main Event
- Garritson Seeks Cross-Country Nationals Again
- Henley Named in Narcotics Indictment : Jurisprudence: Federal grand jury identifies the Ram cornerback and a former cheerleader as being part of an illegal drug network.
- SOUTHERN SECTION TENNIS : Freudenberg Advances to Semifinals
- JAZZ ALBUM REVIEW : David Murray in 'Fast Life' : *** 1/2: DAVID MURRAY: "Fast Life": <i> DIW/Columbia</i>
- AST Signs Deal to Distribute DOS/V-System Computers in Japan
- Shifting Gears : U.S., Ford to Develop Cars With 2 Propulsion Systems
- In Their Own Image : At $119, My Twinn dolls are each one of a kind . . . almost. They are crafted to match their owners' hair, eye color and complexion.
- ETHNIC STUDIES: Other than an occasional fight...
- 4 Shot Dead by Man in Rampage : Violence: He murders three in Oxnard jobless office, then kills a pursuing officer. The gunman drives to the Ventura unemployment office and is slain by police.
- Hong Kong Governor Presses Reform Plan, Irks China
- Deputy Acquitted After Inquiry Remains Bitter
- FBI Urged to Join Probe of Death Threats to Salvadorans : Investigation: Officials of Central American Resource Center and actor Martin Sheen say they refuse to be intimidated.
- Researcher Sentenced in Fraud Case
- SAN CLEMENTE : 2 Advance in Auto Technology Contest
- YORBA LINDA : YMCA Youth Center to Open Next Year
- COLLEGE SOCCER / NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS : Fullerton: Dangerfield at Davidson
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Arizona State Overwhelmed
- Harbor Had Its Season Marred Because of Brawl : Seahawks: School was blamed for fight with Pierce, but players say melee was not entirely their fault.
- NHL ROUNDUP : Oates Powers Bruins Past Islanders, 7-3
- KLON Fund-Raiser Offers Night of Club-Caravaning
- JAZZ REVIEW : Maxine Weldon Puts an Exciting Touch on Oldies
- Pop Album Chart : Dogg Has His Day With No. 1 Debut
- 'T2 Special Edition' Adds Dimension, Power to Original
- Bitter Musician Sings 'Bike Crash Blues'
- Advanced Interventional Laying Off 30 of 100 Workers in Irvine
- STACKING UP SALES
- Cultural Staging Area : Two actors' venues are undergoing major changes as part of North Hollywood's growing arts scene.
- Officials in Whistle-Blowing Shape as They Return From 17-Day Strike
- Redondo, Inglewood Reach Shores Final : Prep basketball: Sea Hawks look impressive in beating defending championship Morningside. Inglewood cruises past Peninsula.
- BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Roditis Leads Katella Comeback That Gives Danley His 500th Victory
- THOROUGHBRED RACING : Bertrando to Be Horsing Around on and Off Track
- Video CDs Still Have Drawbacks to Overcome
- TELEVISIONMoriarty Blasts Reno: "Law & Order" star...
- Helmet Safety a Puzzle for Parents
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- Colombia Drug Lord Escobar Dies in Shootout
- L.A. Considers Ways to Divert LAX Money to City Treasury
- Gang of Good Sports Is All Here : Memories: Return to the days of Connie Mack and Eric Dickerson at the Orange County Sports Hall of Fame.
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Restraining Order Issued Against Striking Bus Drivers
- GANG WATCH : Wanna-be Busters
- Council Asks Arts Panel to Design Flag for City
- Antelopes' Playoff Game Is Hottest Ticket in Town
- Trustees Kept Claim Secret, Member Says : Schools: But colleague denies being told of sexual harassment complaint against superintendent.
- PERSPECTIVE ON RESOLUTION TRUST CORP. : Its Mission Isn't Holding Auctions : With the HomeFed deal, the S & L bail-out agency should turn to making housing affordable, not enriching speculators.
- Students Take Steps to Help Ease Racial Tension : Education: Conference participants brainstorm on ways to improve relations at Conejo Valley high schools.
- Erik Menendez Feared Life Like 'Elephant Man,' Psychiatrist Says : Trial: Defense witness testifies that murder suspect was afraid he would be outcast if father's abuse was revealed.
- How Does a Curling Channel Sound?
- Tennis With an Attitude : Taft's Brahna Pastorini Has Ability, and She Knows It
- MUSIC REVIEW : A Surprise Debut at Philharmonic
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYERS OF YEAR
- L.A. Government Access Channel to Expand : Television: In what is considered a major change, L.A. CityView Channel 35 will include programs about services, activities and history.
- TV REVIEWS : Gay Comedians Are Showcased in 'Out There'
- INSURANCE
- Refinancing of Bond Issue Eases Karcher Money Woes
- Stronger Dollar Cuts Into Value of Foreign Stocks
- Men Make a Solid Choice With Polo Shirt and Chinos
- City OKs Recycling Pickup From Navy Base
- Cleanup Ordered for Land Near Arts Plaza
- Football Teams Have Fans on City Council
- HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP : 2nd-Half Surge Helps La Canada Rout Chatsworth
- Hessions Looking for Their Own Place in Jazz History
- AUTOS
- Mental Depression Costs Put at $44 Billion a Year : Health: Most of the tab is for treatment, lost job productivity, study says. Findings likely will play role in the debate over Clinton's reform package.
- GARDEN GROVE : Event Saturday Will Aid Needy Students
- Chick Opposes More City Employee Raises
- IVC to Hold Cultural Arts Competition
- SHERMAN OAKS : Agency Begins Work Near Park Entrance
- NBA ROUNDUP : SuperSonics Still Super After Defeating Bullets
- MUSIC REVIEWS : Golub-Kaplan-Carr Trio at Wilshire-Ebell
- Nine One-Acts at West Coast Ensemble
- Ivo Pogorelich Piano Competition Gets Under Way : Music: Belgium's Johan Schmidt is the first of 40 pianists on Ambassador Auditorium's stage.
- 'Hollywood Hills' Scathingly Silly
- MAI-IBM Marketing Agreement: MAI Systems Corp. said...
- In India, Tough Competition Makes Exams a Family Affair : Children: For the poor, schools offer hope for social mobility--but often little education. And that has made cheating a national epidemic.
- Killer Was Persistent, a Little Strange
- Spotless SkinLeather might keep you dry during...
- Canada, Having Obtained Concessions, to OK NAFTA
- Report Targets Defense Firms' Cleanup Costs : Pollution: House panel says new rules are needed because Pentagon was reimbursing expenses without proper scrutiny.
- COSTA MESA : Mothers to Patrol Bus Stops, Schools
- LOS ANGELES : 3 Fines Levied for Illegal Campaign Contributions
- Unseeded Allegre of Camarillo Pulls Off Upset
- Buena Has Its Chance for Title, by George
- Oil Prices Fall Below $15 to 5-Year Low : Market Overview
- Southern Producers Sue to Block State Law on Fresh Chicken
- AUTOS
- Governor Calls for Overhaul of Energy Panel : Regulation: Wilson urges less government intervention and more market competition.
- Shuttle Launch Begins Chase of Ailing Space Telescope : Science: Endeavour blazes into orbit in pre-dawn darkness. The crew is scheduled to capture the Hubble observatory on Saturday.
- SOFTWARE REVIEW : A Way With Words : The computer can serve as a colorful, challenging tutor for kids who have trouble learning how to spell.
- Colombia Drug Lord Escobar Dies in Shootout
- Haitian Premier, Exiled President Hold U.S. Meeting
- Men as Good Friends, Not Just 'Buddies' : Relationships: Experts say lives of guys would be enriched if they shared emotions--not just good times--with each other.
- Orchestra to Move Into Alex Theater
- Murder Trial Ordered in Fatal Spearing at Beach : Courts: San Clemente man will also face assault charges in incident that caused death of student Steve Woods. He could get up to 25 years to life if convicted.
- ANAHEIM : Redevelopment OKd Along Brookhurst
- BUENA PARK : Suspect Arrested in Fatal Bludgeoning
- A Touch of Kurri Is Too Much for Ducks : Hockey: He scores twice in the third to break a tie and lift the Kings to a 3-2 victory in the first meeting between the teams.
- Hey, You, Baltimore, Hands Off Our Rams
- Carlton Tops List of 38 on Hall of Fame Ballot
- Rockets Tie Record, Win 15th in a Row : Pro basketball: Houston beats New York, 94-85, and equals Washington's mark for best start.
- An Array of Hearty Offerings : Don't visit the Russian Village without bringing a big appetite for its elaborate, banquet-style dining.
- Framing Their Faith : Works by members of Crosshatch, a Christian-based group of artists, are on display at a Woodland Hills gallery.
- A Troubling Pattern Seen in Molestations
- Gifts Fit for Kings and Commoners
- Democrats Planning Disruption of Health Forums, GOP Alleges
- Tale With a Warning : The musical drama 'Grace' studies the relationship between men and women, the breakdown of the family structure and alcoholism.
- LAGUNA NIGUEL : Attorney Not Guilty of Reckless Driving