- PERSPECTIVE ON NAFTA : A 'No' Vote From the Front Lines : Areas already reeling from the impact of illegal immigration can't afford the interim effects of this 'long-term solution.'
- 'Homes Pop and Explode Bit by Bit' : 2 Times Staffers Relive Their Day in a House Surrounded by Fire
- Santa Susana Fire Threatens Luxury Homes : Emergency: Blaze injures four firefighters, closes freeway lanes and halts train service. Many residents refuse to leave.
- BANKING & FINANCE - Oct. 28, 1993
- Notes on a Scorecard - Oct. 28, 1993
- TECHNOLOGY - Oct. 28, 1993
- Obituaries - Oct. 28, 1993
- OTHER NEWS - Oct. 28, 1993
- OTHER NEWS - Oct. 28, 1993
- 13 Fires Sweep Southland : 200 Homes Burn; Laguna, Altadena Hard Hit : Inferno: Thousands of residences are threatened as winds whip brush fires. Hundreds of millions of dollars in damage expected throughout Southern California.
- For Laguna Residents, It's a Time for Prayer, Waiting
- SCORE TO SETTLE
- DEAR LAGUNA / REFLECTIONS ON A CITY BURNING BRIGHT : A Home for Just About Anyone : Atmosphere: Laguna has marched to its own tune and has invited all kinds of people to follow along.
- 4 Firefighters Badly Burned in Santa Susana Pass Blaze : Firestorm: Wind shift sends wall of flame out of ravine, trapping men inside their firetruck.
- Harrowing Tales From the Fire Lines : Firefighting: Four men are seriously hurt battling Chatsworth blaze. Crews facing intense heat and danger must decide which homes to save and which to let burn.
- Firefighters Frustrated by Laguna's Rugged Terrain : Blaze: Area's natural beauty contributed to its demise, as steep sloping hillsides and rocky ridgelines make it difficult for equipment to easily access flames.
- Musical Melting Pot Ready to Stir
- ELECTIONS : Issues Abound in Hawthorne Races : Candidates: Voters on Tuesday will choose a new mayor, two council members and a city clerk.
- THE SOUTHLAND FIRESTORM : Disaster Countered by Displays of Courage : Impact: Life is disrupted even for those outside rings of fire. Blazes take emotional toll throughout region.
- THE SOUTHLAND FIRESTORM : In an Unsettling Year, One More Disaster : Impact: Life is disrupted even for those outside rings of fire. Blazes take emotional toll throughout region.
- MTA Votes to Stop Buying Buses That Burn Diesel Fuel : Environment: Agency announces it will only purchase vehicles that use cleaner substances. Move will cut air pollution in the region by about 1%.
- Fast-Moving Flames Leave Trail of Charred Dreams : Victims: Some homeowners launch valiant fights against the fires. Others are forced into narrow escapes.
- Clinton Unyielding on Health Benefits for All : Insurance: He says full coverage is his 'bottom line' requirement. Issue puts him at odds with rival plans.
- 300 Homes Destroyed in O.C.
- Fire Deeply Tarnishes O.C.'s 'Crown Jewel' : Tragedy: Laguna residents watch in helpless awe as worst blaze in memory engulfs fabled city.
- Some Common Questions on Fire Insurance
- Terror and Chaos Rekindle Memories of Past Disasters : Trauma: Residents recall their experiences during 1988 Porter Ranch and 1961 Bel Air/ Brentwood fires.
- Residents of Mountains Can Only Watch : Santa Monicas: Remote homesteads are burned or scorched as wall of fire moves toward the ocean.
- PRICELESS HUMOR: Vincent Price, who died this...
- Brushland, Winds Put Peninsula at Risk for Blazes
- THE SOUTHLAND FIRESTORM : Disaster Countered by Displays of Courage : Santa Susana Pass: Firefighters and private citizens pitch in to save hundreds of homes from 40-foot-high flames.
- Families Race to Save Homes in Farmlands : Santa Paula: Many residents wait until the last minute to flee, but no injuries are reported. Some livestock are killed.
- 60 Emerald Bay Houses Lost in Fire : Community: Homeowners whose properties were threatened include ex-astronaut Buzz Aldrin and the nation's richest man, Warren E. Buffett.
- 13 Fires Ring Southland : 450 Homes Burn; Laguna, Altadena Hard Hit : Inferno: 'The city is going up in flames,' says mayor of Orange County coastal resort. Hundreds of millions of dollars in damage expected across Southern California.
- Frantic Parents Seek Young at Fire Evacuation Centers
- Breakdown of Seats for Canada's Parties
- RIDING THE RAILS: After one year, Metrolink...
- Breakwater Project Funds Expected : Spending: Senate is likely to OK a House bill that includes county flood control and navigation improvements.
- Indictments Against Senator Dropped, but Inquiry Is Still On
- GLENDALE : Event to Honor Aides of Boxing Program
- Lancaster Tills Tire Crumbs Into New Softball Field
- LOS ALAMITOS : Tomanchie Keeps His Trainer on Edge in Drinkers of Wind
- At 57, He Is Certainly Not Over the Hill : Drag racing: Eddie Hill, having already clinched the top-fuel title, will compete in Pomona this week.
- Striped Bass Become Targets of the DFG
- Josh NelsonFullerton, Soph.Football / QuarterbackNelson, 6 feet...
- Resolution Calls for Olympic Truce : World scene: United Nations General Assembly has adopted a plan proposed by IOC.
- 'Sunset' to Take a New Direction : Theater: Despite the London success of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, a creative team is revising the show before its U.S. premiere in L.A.
- Rediscovering Denmark's Golden Age : Farewell exhibition of former L.A. County Museum curator Philip Conisbee is a small jewel of a show.
- Prep Voices : Today's Topic: Profanity on the Playing Field
- El Torito to Try a Cantina Within a Cantina : Restaurants: Taqueria La Fresca will cover nearly a quarter of the chain's typical 10,000-square-foot floor plan.
- Leadership Changes at Ahmanson : Thrifts: Charles Rinehart will replace 26-year CEO Richard Deihl at Home Savings and its parent company.
- Red Onion Restaurants May Reopen With New Owners
- Odetics Inc.: The Anaheim manufacturer of information...
- ON THE MOVE / JOE BRANCATELLI : The Long Travails of a Short-Haul Traveler
- BOOK REVIEW: POLITICS : A Dash of Grudging Admiration for America's 'Arabists' : THE ARABISTS: THE ROMANCE OF AN AMERICAN ELITE; <i> by Robert D. Kaplan</i> ; Free Press; $24.95, 333 pages
- YORBA LINDA : Ex-City Official Gets 3 Years' Probation
- THE FIGHT AGAINST CRIME: NOTES FROM THE FRONT : A Hard-Core Bicyclist Takes Some Lumps
- Donors Give L.A. Cause to Be Glad --and Wary : Finances: Mayor welcomes an outpouring of gifts from the private sector. But some officials raise the possibility that the city will appear to be endorsing products.
- Prep Voices : Today's Topic: Profanity on the Playing Field
- CSUN's Thomas Is Otherworldly : Shrugging Off Physical Setbacks, Lineman Cheers Lives of Others
- Frank Thomas of the Chicago White Sox,...
- Power Goes Out, Kings Lose, 7-0 : Hockey: L.A. fails 11 times with the man advantage against the Islanders and suffers its third consecutive loss.
- Ratings for Series Second Lowest Ever
- Rams' Rubley Scores Big in Poll on Quarterbacks : Football: Everett a distant second in an unscientific survey on who should run the offense.
- Booth Again Named Junior Golfer of Year
- Bus Service Remains Slow on 2nd Day of Drivers' Strike
- Prep Voices : Today's Topic: Profanity on the Playing Field
- NEWPORT BEACH : Suit Says Psychiatrist Seduced His Patient
- Prep Voices : Today's Topic: Profanity on the Playing Field
- Agoura Spikes Depression, Closes In on Marmonte Title
- Jennifer CrispinOrange Coast, Soph.Soccer / HalfbackCrispin came...
- BOYS
- This Vote Belongs to Rubley, Too
- At Bell-Jeff, They Play, Tie by the Rules
- Manning Scores 27 in Clipper Victory
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Judge Dismisses Case Against Rison
- Wooden to Speak at Fund-Raiser for Titan Athletics
- Once Ignored, a Film Takes 'Flight' : Movies: Italian filmmaker Carlo Carlei's thriller gains acceptance in Hollywood after being rejected at home. Now the director is in demand.
- THEATER REVIEW : One for the 'Road' Would Have Sufficed
- Orange Coast Wins Water Polo Title
- THEATER REVIEW : Improvisation, Shenanigans Leave This 'Hostage' Weak
- O.C. THEATER REVIEW : A 'Dracula' With Just the Right Flavor
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Shell Makes Sure Players Bear Down
- Salsa Loans Five Players to Indoor Soccer Teams
- PREP ROUNDUP : Fountain Valley Outworks Huntington Beach
- PREP ROUNDUP
- REMEMBERING RUDY : Golic Reluctantly Sees the Film That He Fears Will Revive Pain of Retirement
- Winery Alleges Bribe Demands by Food 4 Less : Courts: Maker of Chateau Diana says managers asked for kickbacks. Grocery denies charge, says wine didn't sell.
- Not Just a Frog, But a Way of Life
- Global Markets and Economic Update : FOREIGN STOCK MARKETS
- Embryo Splitting Is Fertile Ground for Ethics Debate
- At Hollywood's House of Wax, Vincent Price Is 'Evermore'
- Quantum Health Resources Inc.: The Orange provider...
- Fenced in by Fear : Gangs. Drive-by shootings. Drugs. A growing number of parents say the violence in their neighborhoods is forcing them to keep their kids safe at home.
- Emotional Barriers to Democracy Are Daunting : Russia: Trust and goodwill must replace the self-hatred and cynicism bred by communism.
- Personal View
- Business Travel Notes
- IBM Puts Quarterly Loss at $48 Million
- AST Research Reports 80% Rise in 3rd-Period Revenue
- It's a Banner Day for Fans in San Diego
- U.S., State Asked to Study Pepper Spray
- Off on the Right Track? : Metrolink Marks 1st Birthday Amid Cautious Praise, and Some Concern
- California's Big Cats : THREATENED AND THREATENING
- CAMARILLO : Student Joggers Raise Funds for Activities
- Murder Victim's Body Is Dumped on New Tollway
- WESTLAKE : SIMI VALLEY : Armed Man Escapes After Robbing Bank
- Reseda Swingman Williams Says He's Committed to Texas El Paso
- Staten Island, Smarting From N.Y. Slights, May Get Revenge
- Ethics Probe Spurs Disappointment, Anger at Press
- Jobless Benefits Extension Falls Vote Short in Senate : Economy: Majority leader Mitchell keeps bill alive in hopes of compromise. Dole and GOP see it as adding to record federal deficit.
- Nepal Envoy Nominated
- 2 Killed in N. Ireland; Mourners Bury Dead From IRA Bomb Attack
- City to Study Plan to Ban Skateboards : Camarillo: Prompted by complaints of harassment, officials will also discuss building a park for such activity.
- Care Enterprises Inc.: The Tustin operator of...
- Zagat Survey: Washington, D.C.
- Day Runner Stock Slides on Falling Profit
- CANOGA PARK : 3 Astronauts Thank Workers at Rocketdyne
- GARDEN GROVE : Boulevard to Get New Storm Drain
- Scouting for a Reason to Deny Troop 628 a Clubhouse
- ANAHEIM : Latinos Needed as Marrow Donors
- AUTOS
- Prudential Remains Target of Myriad Lawsuits : Securities: Many investors' attorneys take a dim view of settlement. But some see powerful evidence in the fine print.
- Onward Boxer's Soldiers . . .
- THE TIMES POLL : Fixing Blame for Plight of the Underclass : Ethnicity: Almost equal numbers in O.C. fault either individual minorities for failures or racism and economic injustice.
- PERSPECTIVE ON IMMIGRATION : 6 Million Californians Can't All Be Wronged : The politicians' bashing is creating a climate of prejudice against all people of Mexican ancestry.
- Inquiry Into Stolen Cable-TV Equipment Leads to Arrest of 6
- Review of Grants Begets More Funds : Emergency: Eighteen CSUN athletes receive additional aid; others in line for student loans.
- ANAHEIM : Police Union Again Pickets City Council
- A Detour de Force : Riverside-Costa Mesa Interchange Work to Shift Autos to 3 Lanes
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- Man Found Shot to Death in Car in Santa Ana
- Conservative, Feminist and Proud : Our foremothers believed in the true equality of women, while honoring their uniqueness, and in the value of all life.
- 17 Graduate as Nursing Home Ombudsmen
- VAN NUYS : Man Gets 4 Years in Robbery-Stabbing
- SAN FERNANDO : Agency OKs Plans for Seniors' Housing
- WESTLAKE : THOUSAND OAKS : Cal Lutheran Group to Meet With Official
- Brazen and Brutal : Market Patrons Were Too Shocked by Decapitated Head to Report It
- COSTA MESA : Wieder Proposes Bridge Compromise
- Grand Jury Indicts Pornographer's Ex-Wife
- United Tech Tied to Aid Diversions : Defense: The contractor allegedly helped siphon $70 million to Israeli general. The firm responds to charges today.
- TV Makers Sony, RCA Become SRS Labs Clients
- Investors Ask Foreclosure on New J.M. Peters Development
- Ex-East German Secret Police Chief Convicted : Europe: He is given six years for killing two policemen 62 years ago. Charges stemming from his role in Stasi are pending.
- Foe in Congress Says Canada Vote Shows NAFTA's Flaws : Trade: Democratic whip declares that a new treaty should be negotiated. But the Administration vows to press ahead.
- VENTURA COUNTY FIRESTORM : Voices
- El Toro Planning Deal Appears Near Collapse : Base reuse: Supervisor says that differences between north, south cities are too great to allow a consensus.
- County to Combine Bailiff Services in Sheriff's Department : Courts: Supervisors OK plan despite protest from judges. The consolidation will bring to an end the 43-year history of the marshal's office.
- BURBANK : Bikes Help Cut Some Crimes, Police Report
- Dannemeyer to Explain Court Disappearance : Jury duty: Ex-congressman reportedly went AWOL Oct. 18 during juror selections. Judge wants to know why.
- WESTLAKE : Woman Enters Plea in Child Abuse Case
- Fire Officials Urge Halloween Safety
- SOUTHEAST L.A. COUNTY : 1,000 Students Walk Out in Support of Teachers
- CAMARILLO : Congressman Gets Visit From Big Supporter
- WESTLAKE VILLAGE : Crackdown on Sign Violators Sought
- 2 College Districts Must Refund More Than $335,000 : Budget: Rancho Santiago and Saddleback assessed materials fees inappropriately, chancellor says.
- SECURITIES
- REAL ESTATE : High-Density, Low-Cost Homes Project to Get Underway in 3 Weeks
- Newport Corp.: The Irvine manufacturer of laboratory...
- Is Opportunity Calling in Form of Phone Stock?
- FINANCIAL MARKETS : Stocks Catch Frugal Mood; Dow Off 1.12
- Kevorkian Seeks Deal to Gain Hearing on Suicide Assist Ban
- THE HUMAN CONDITION: WHY WE DAYDREAM : Sometimes the Brain Just Wanders Away
- OXNARD : Identification Hearing Set for N.Y. Suspect
- COUNTYWIDE : El Toro Is Hottest Spot in Nation: 96
- Rail System Ends 1st Year on Upswing : Transit: Growing Metrolink commuter service continues to impress some as a boon, others as a boondoggle.
- Students Spread Anti-Drug Message
- COUNTYWIDE : Crash! Bang! Just Another Day at Work
- Varco International Inc.: The Orange manufacturer of...
- To Find Riches in Information, Ignore the Hoopla
- Datum Inc.: The Anaheim manufacturer of frequency...
- Consumer Confidence Takes a Surprising Dip : Economy: Survey's monthly index puts level back to where it stood in July and August.
- UC May Cut Student Government Group's Funding
- Two Probate Referees Working Out of State Quit
- Ex-HUD Aide Dean Found Guilty in Influence Scandal : Ethics: Payoff scheme dates back to Reagan Administration. Sources say prosecutors lack evidence for case against her boss, Secretary Pierce.
- TOUGH BLAZE: Ventura County's worst brush fire...
- Forum Planned to Discuss Tax Bill
- Brother Believable, Expert Says : Trial: Defense witness testifies that Lyle Menendez has been 'essentially truthful' about role in parents' slayings.
- Plan to Help Singles on Welfare Extended
- VENTURA COUNTY FIRESTORM : WEATHER : More Strong Gusts Are Predicted
- VENTURA COUNTY FIRESTORM : ESCAPE : Preparing for the Worst, Hoping for the Best--and Getting the Horses Out
- One Woman's Fight to Tame 'The Octopus'
- SANTA ANA : Event Marks Official Opening of School
- Los Robles, UCLA Center Link Cancer Programs
- Executive Guilty in 1963 Slaying : Courts: Former official of cleaning company is convicted of first-degree murder after seven hours of deliberations. Relatively new fingerprint analysis led to his arrest.
- Watts Activist Ted Watkins Sr. Dies at 71
- A Minor but Crucial Stream of Revenue : Prop. 172 is a lifeline for law enforcement, other key services
- VAN NUYS : L.A. Shuts Down Recycling Center
- LOS ANGELES : Skinhead Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy Charges
- USC Seeking Players Who Can Match Up : College football: After playing Notre Dame, Robinson indicates that the his team needs more national-championship caliber athletes.
- Government to Help in Face of Plant...
- Loan for Vietnamese Project OKd: The Asian...
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- * USX Corp. reversed last year's third-quarter...
- Abbey Healthcare Posts 3rd-Quarter Profit of $4.1 Million
- Paramount Says It Will Start a Fifth Television Network : Media: The announcement puts the squeeze on Warner Bros., which has been at work on the same idea.
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- UC to Weigh Student Group's Fate : Education: Statewide student government lobby's funding periled by ruling barring use of mandatory fees for political purposes.
- S. African Police Seize Illegal Ivory Shipment
- A U.S. Bid for Settlement, Ties With N. Korea Reportedly OKd by Seoul
- WESTLAKE : THOUSAND OAKS : Seminar to Focus on Legal System
- Young Judges : Pasadena Teen-Agers Speak Out on Verdicts in Denny Beating Trial, and Reviews Are Not Good
- Man Stabbed in Brea Fight Dies; His Attacker Flees
- NORTHRIDGE : Advocates for Deaf Honor Legislator
- Ex-O.C. Teen Enters Guilty Plea in Skinhead Case : Courts: U.S. District judge accepts former Marina High student's formal admission on conspiracy charges after initially rejecting it over a legal point.
- Myles Probably Will Miss CSUN Football Game
- SOCCER : Iraqi Coach Is in a Precarious Situation
- Ability to Score Never Was Issue
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Bruins, Wildcats in Control
- QVC's Paramount Offer to Start Today : Mergers: After Viacom's matching bid, pressure is on Diller. But delaying another offer has strategic advantages.
- Hungry for Bargains : As More Diners Demand Discounts, Restaurants Are Scrambling to Offer Deals
- McPhantom : A Cypress Man Cooks Up a Fast-Food Version of the Opera That Packs In 15 Minutes of Songs and Scary Special Effects
- Tape Reveals Lobbyist's Boast of Wilson Ties : Trial: Transcript shows Clayton R. Jackson telling Sen. Robbins he's an 'ad-hoc' part of governor's team. Wilson says racketeering defendant exaggerated his influence.
- Coupons Are Safe Halloween Treat
- ANGELS : Herzog Likely to Put Perez in Outfield; Infielder Sought
- Anaheim Arena Still on NCAA Tournament List
- NHL ROUNDUP : Canadiens' Roy Puts End to Devils' Winning Streak
- Hooked on Bass : Darin Tochihara, 15, Is One of More Successful Anglers at Lake Casitas
- Carolina Is NFL's Newest : Pro football: The Charlotte group is awarded one of two new franchises. Decision on second is delayed.
- Halloween Brings End to Eastern Sierra Season
- Giants' Baker NL Manager of Year
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Knox Is Expected to Select Rubley
- LEGAL FILEBrandon Lee Case Settled: Linda Lee...
- Closed Red Onion May Get New Owners
- CONSUMER NEWS
- Expect New Jobs in Lower-Pay Fields : Economy: O.C.'s growth will be modest, Cal State Fullerton economists predict.
- Linking of 2 Vending Measures Rejected : Legislation: One before the L. A. council would legalize street selling in some areas; the other would clamp down on illegal sales elsewhere.
- Justices Urged to Lift Ban on Military's Gay Policy
- Thigh Anxiety : Beauty: Rub in some magic cream and presto! Instant thinness. Just the solution millions of folks were clamoring for. But some say the best route is to get physical.
- Federal Aid for Flood Control, Harbor Expected
- BURBANK : Groom Accused of Punching His Bride
- Obituaries : * Alice Johnson; Educator, Peace Officer
- LOS ANGELES : City Council Raises Fees for Developers, Architects
- Industrial Firms Fear Homes Could Evict Them : Ormond Beach: Oxnard officials must specify allowable land uses before letting anyone build near the sensitive area.
- WESTLAKE : SIMI VALLEY : Recycling Center to Open Saturday
- BUENA PARK : Senior Center Marks Ten Years of Service
- More Than Just Hot Air : Mississippi State's Sherrill Serious About Helium Charge
- WESTLAKE : SIMI VALLEY : Council Balks at Public Smoking Ban
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Rubley Expected to Get the Nod
- S&L; Regulators Ban Keating from Banking Industry : Finance: Ex-operator of Irvine-based Lincoln ordered to pay $36 million in restitution. Losses are estimated at $2.6 billion.
- BRIEFING BOOK : Britain Ponders How Best to Boost Its Fragile Economic Upturn
- MTV Promotes 2 Executives in Expected Reorganization
- Keating Ordered by Regulators to Pay $36 Million in Restitution
- Fear Blocks Haiti Action on Peace Plan
- The X-Men Want the Night Too : Merchandising: The Marvel comic characters have conquered Saturday morning TV. Now they are heading for a bedroom near you.
- Services for Sail : O.C. Entrepreneurs Clean Up Doing Maintenance Tasks That Save Owners Time and Money
- ELECTIONS / ABSENTEE BALLOTS : Quarter of Votes Expected Through Mail
- Florida Firm Wins $80-Million County Radio Contract : Police: Deal to install high-tech gear in all O.C. cruisers tentatively goes to company purportedly pushed by sheriff.
- Judge Rebuts Claim He Denies the Poor Their Legal Rights
- BUENA PARK : Police Identify Body Found in Warehouse
- ANAHEIM : Anti-Vendor Group Seeks to Oust Mayor
- GIRLS
- Thomas Has Pact Extended
- All They Were Saying Was Give Police a Chance
- TV REVIEW : 'Amelia Earhart': Demystifying a Legend
- MUSIC / CHRIS PASLES : Universal Awe Inspires Mechem's 'Island in Space' : Astronaut Russell Schweickart's poetic words form the core of the piece to be sung by the Pacific Chorale in Costa Mesa on Saturday.
- REAL ESTATE
- REAL ESTATE
- The 'Passive' Female Is Just Another Fantasy
- Looks Like They Got All the Details Right
- Wilson Warns of Losses to California if Prop. 172 Fails : Election: Governor says big employers and tourists may avoid the state if the half-cent sales tax extension is defeated, bringing cuts in law enforcement.
- OXNARD : Firefighters Appeal to City for Pay Raise
- Streamlining of Assessments in O.C. Endorsed
- Emotional Death Penalty Plea Made
- IRVINE : Suit Accuses City of Wrongful Death
- SANTA PAULA : Jury in Fraud Trial Told of Man's Intent
- The Case of the Purple Poppy: A...
- ELECTIONS / SANTA PAULA : Voters Asked to Approve Tax Hike to Aid Library
- COUNTYWIDE : Grand Jury to Stress Racial Diversity
- TOPANGA CANYON : Town Council Offers Tips Against Crime
- Lakers Win; West and Threatt Honored
- Heim Moves Up to Varsity as Coach at San Fernando : High school baseball: Longtime head of JV team named to replace popular and successful Marden.
- * Chevron Corp. said its third-quarter earnings...
- Volvo Launches Controversial Bid for Merger With...
- Carl's Jr. Parent 'Prime Takeover Candidate,' Says Industry Analyst : Finance: The Anaheim company's price per share could reach $12 if its restructuring is successful, the report explains.
- New Lessons for a New World of Diplomacy : The State Department shows off its training center in Virginia. The unveiling also heralds a shift in focus.
- Area Residents Can Glimpse Orbiting Shuttle Today
- Leo E. Anderson; Latvian Consul, GOP Leader
- Santa Ana Winds Fan Ventura County Blaze : Fire: Arson is suspected as at least two homes are destroyed and 900 acres charred. No injuries reported.
- Teens Charged in Beach Attack Plead Not Guilty : Court: Citing seriousness of the case, referee orders four youths to remain in Juvenile Hall. A hearing is set to determine if they should be tried as adults.
- Shticking It Out for Uncle Miltie : Friends and fans honor Berle at an Arthritis Foundation benefit in Newport Beach that kicks off his third annual Senior Pro-Am golf tourney.
- Parental Involvement Sinks Planned Youth Conference
- Valley Obituaries
- Giants' Baker NL Manager of Year
- School Lunches: Hold the Fat
- VAN NUYS : Man Admits Torture, Blames Cocaine Use
- MISSION VIEJO : County to Be Asked to Help With Library
- Police Arrest 3 Men, Seek 4th in Canyon Country Store Burglary
- LAGUNA BEACH : Council to Discuss Police Staffing Issue
- Battling Wildfires
- WESTLAKE : MOORPARK : Education Board Candidates to Meet
- City OKs New Police Cars, but Lacks Anyone to Put Radios in Them : Finances: Purchase of 327 LAPD vehicles was recently approved. Unfortunately, the jobs of 70 workers who installed communications gear have been eliminated.
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : USC : Many Involved in Attack
- Gutter Talk Not Needed to Uphold High Standards
- PRO FOOTBALL / BOB OATES : These Two Receiving a Lot of Attention
- Rams' Kinchen Gets Back in the Running : Football: Injuries kept him down, but the receiver is healthy now and ready to contribute.
- Dynamite : The Tochiharas' TNT Lure a Boon to Largemouth Bass Fishing
- From Top to Bottom, Shulas Could Have Record Covered
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : ACROSS THE NATION : BYU Player Not Forthright?
- Owners Delay Decision : NFL: They fail to reach consensus on which two cities will get an expansion franchise. Announcement might not come for two weeks.
- 'Utopias': Germany's Lost Hopes : LACMA show focuses on Expressionist work from World War I through the Weimar Republic. The exhibition reflects the anger and cynicism of artists seeking a better world.