- And It's 1-2-3, What Is He Running For? : Berkeley: Country Joe McDonald of Vietnam-era rock band is considering a run for City Council.
- O'Neil Impressive--to USC, Anyway : Pacific 10: Oregon quarterback plays well for three quarters in losing cause, but draws praise from Trojans.
- No Vacation for Chez Melange Partners
- Class Strip-Searched in Hunt for Lost Money
- Valley Libraries Fear Veto Was the Last Gasp : Funding: Officials say the governor's rejection of bill could force closures of branches throughout the county.
- Foshay Junior High LEARNs to Run Without District Control
- Private Security Keeps the Guard Up on Boulevard : Safety: For the past four months, the unarmed patrols have tried to make the famed street better for tourists, residents and business people. So far, the reviews are mixed.
- For Big-Money Winners and Dreamers, Freedom Is the Jackpot : Lifestyle: The nouveau riche often continue to work. For a while, anyway.
- Cost Forces Districts to Close Book on Lockers : Education: Vandalism and repair expenses are causing many schools to scrap the metal cabinets. Students complain about lugging heavy backpacks.
- High Court to Decide When a Joke Is a Job Action : Law: Justices are set to hear the case of a Nashville worker who quit over her boss' sexual remarks. The ruling will help define the issue of harassment.
- Rice Thefts on the Rise in Japan Black Market
- Balloon Snags Power Line, 2 Die in Crash
- ABC's 'Blue' Period
- Small Groups Best for Young Readers
- Two Views on Jibe at Hillary Clinton
- Letters : Point of Clarification
- BYTING BACK
- Let People Alone in Anaheim's Parks
- Cross-Dressing Spoof at High School
- Nowhere, Man?
- National Spokeswoman for Battered Women: Is She Telling the Truth? : California: Brenda Clubine's description of the events that precipitated killing of her husband doesn't match her murder trial testimony. Gov. Pete Wilson denied her bid for clemency, saying she has 'repeatedly lied.'
- Northridge Middle School
- School Vouchers
- Adult Business Law Not Neighborly
- 'Dear Rosey, Dear Rosey, You Won't...
- Anti-Crime March and the Necessity of Taking Responsibility
- DWP Expenses During Strike
- Donald Scott Case
- Value of Taking Stress Test Before Exercise Is Doubted : Fitness: Cardiologist says such exams don't predict well who will die during a workout, which is extremely rare in any event. And passing the test is no guarantee of safety, because problems can develop quickly later.
- Chamber Didn't Pressure Police on Station Opening
- Willie L. Williams
- Soka University's Lobbying Efforts
- Prop. 174 Raises Issues of Choice, Accountability, Bureaucracy
- Hospital's Arena Box Is Quite a Luxury
- Letters : Kiwi Memories
- Gays and Scouting
- Two Views on Embargo of Vietnam
- Supervisors Are Back on Reform Track : Tougher Ethics Standards Were Needed; Wide-Ranging Policy Is a Welcome Start
- Location of Land That Playa Vista Would Encompass
- Letters : Behind the Scenes
- Two Views on Clinton Health Plan
- Obituaries - Oct. 10, 1993
- NONFICTION - Oct. 10, 1993
- NONFICTION - Oct. 10, 1993
- NONFICTION - Oct. 10, 1993
- NONFICTION - Oct. 10, 1993
- NONFICTION - Oct. 10, 1993
- Adventure: Chile : Llama Drama : Two Filmmakers, in Search of South America's 'Humpless Camels,' Also Find Strange Beauty in Two of the Country's Magnificent National Parks
- NOTEBOOK : Crenshaw's Davis Wants to Play Up-Tempo at Houston
- NOT WORKING OUT: Local job losses can...
- Voucher Initiative Forces Ready for Fight : Elections: Both sides campaign hard, but opposition has lion's share of cash behind it. Groups agree that Ventura County voters are happier with their public schools than are others in the state.
- A teen-ager trips the light fantastic like an old pro.
- Wal-Mart, Eyeing Valley Presence, Acquires Parcel
- A City on Edge Again: Justice Versus Mercy : Denny trial: Most seek a verdict and sentence that recognize fault but also understand the emotions surrounding the beating.
- Welch to Announce Decision Monday
- Waking Up the Sleeping Beauty : Three ballerinas explain the challenges of New York City Ballet's 'Sleeping Beauty.' Yes, the classicism of the 19th Century is still treasured, but the style is definitely 20th Century
- COLUMN ONE : State Tax Facts--and Fiction : Contrary to popular belief, Californians do not face unusually heavy levies, compared to other Americans. In fact, our antiquated system is seen as extraordinarily generous in its credits, loopholes.
- AIRLINES
- Gone to That Big Kegger in the Sky
- GARDENING : <i> En Garde</i> : Live Fences Protect -- and Beautify
- DECORATIVE PAVING : The Down-and-Dirty Facts About Laying a New Patio
- Suspect in Slaying of Actor in 1982 Held
- Wilson's Bill Veto Political, Umberg Says
- Slain Woman's Pleas Ignored by Deputies : Murder: Records show that deputies did not believe JoAnn Linkenauger's reports of domestic violence. She was beaten to death by her husband.
- BURBANK : Board Supports School Bond Issue
- Deputies Learn to Handle Medical Emergencies : Preparedness: Seven officers and some city staffers in Moorpark are taking a 10-week EMT course.
- SAN FERNANDO : Skeletons Out for Halloween Haunted House
- Countywide
- Countywide : 'College' Is for Toddlers and Parents
- VENTURA : Suspect in '82 Slaying of Actor Is Arrested
- Rock Singer Rick James Faces New Accusations : Crime: Videotape allegedly shows the Grammy-award winner attacking one woman with a belt.
- CITY SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NORTHERN CONFERENCE
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : In Orange Empire Conference water polo:
- Osborne's Job Duties Clear at Saddleback
- No Oscars for Ducks' Premiere : Hockey: Detroit spoils their opener, 7-2, after getting 20 shots on goal in the first period.
- NYC Ballet, Which Begins Engagement at Center on Oct. 14, Announces Casting
- St. Petersburg Philharmonic Honors Rachmaninoff : Classical music: Russia's oldest orchestra keeps cultural connections through touring, despite recent turmoil.
- JUSTICE : Britain's Tories Urge Tough Measures on Law and Order
- NATION IN BRIEF : OHIO : Demjanjuk Quietly Returns to Home
- Sale of Pepper Spray May Be OKd for Californians
- Wilson Signs Child Bicycle Helmet Bill
- Health Clinics Win, Libraries Lose as Wilson Acts on Funding Bills
- Imagine Life Without Gangs : Not very likely, of course; but funding Hope in Youth can help
- Moorpark Ties Up Oak Park
- NBA
- Alexander Sworn In as Chair of the NEA : Arts: Actress pledges 'to bring the best art to the most people' as head of the embattled agency.
- RECORD REVIEW : McKagan's Album Hard to 'Believe' Despite Its Honesty
- U.S. Sets Plans to Protect Force Sent to Haiti
- 1 President, 125 Wannabes Gather at Yale Law School After 20 Years : Reunion: Classmates remember Clinton as bright, chatty but not too diligent a student. At least nine of them are in his Administration.
- Charter School, District Caught in Stalemate Over Funds
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Escape of Murderer Turns Lancaster Against 2nd Prison Plan
- BREA : Schools Plan Layoffs If Prop. 174 Passes
- SUNSET LEAGUE : Escobedo, Huntington Beach Romp Past Santa Ana
- CITY SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NORTHWEST VALLEY CONFERENCE
- Brown's Scores Help Taft Wallop Reseda : High school football: He gains 171 yards as Starr tries to teach Regents, Schaeffer a lesson, 39-13.
- Note to Eisner: Spend Money on Top Players
- Laguna Hills Rallies in Fourth Quarter
- Garden Grove Turnovers Aid Rancho Alamitos
- County Player Advances to Final
- Charles W. Knapp, the former high-flying thrift...
- Rainbow, Apple Make CD Licensing Deal : Computers: The encoded software technology will be marketed as an alternative to floppy disks.
- Western Waste Abandons Planned Merger : Trash: The Torrance company and Houston-based BFI say only that they couldn't agree on terms.
- Labeling Rules for Some Meat, Poultry Delayed
- Yeltsin Aides Hope to Seize the Day on Reforms : Economics: Obstacles gone, Russian government sees unique opportunity to take free-market steps.
- Sizable Group of Democrats Pushing 'Single-Payer' Health Plan
- Court Blocks Effort to Halt Construction on Chevron Refinery : Environment: The appellate ruling means construction of clean-burning fuel plant in El Segundo can continue. EPA says it will probably levy fines.
- Giants' Williams Offers Apology
- Ducks' Opener Is for the Birds : Hockey: Players are overwhelmed first by pre-game show, then by Red Wings, 7-2.
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- Reefer Madness, '90s Style : References to marijuana are showing up in records, TV and film, as adults deal with their '60s pasts and today's kids wonder what all the fuss is about. A producer says it's 'a symbol of rebellion.'
- Bad News on Jobless Front Sends 30-Year Yield to Near-Record Low
- Smog Testing Centers Will Add Pollution, Foes Say : Environment: Larger, centralized facilities would increase neighborhood traffic, a coalition says. Finding sites in Southland may also be difficult, some say at hearing.
- COLUMN ONE : The Riddle of Monte Melkonian : Family and friends wonder how a Visalia Cub Scout with no interest in his roots ended up as a terrorist and Armenian war martyr.
- Craig B. Jorgensen; Lawyer for Securities Brokers
- Jobless Rate in California Climbs to 9.4%
- Affidavit Links Rams' Henley to Drug Network : Narcotics: Statement made by a DEA agent says the player's Brea home was distribution site for cocaine shipments.
- OXNARD : City Clerk's Transfer Prompts Policy Vote
- Mahony Blasts Political Stance on Immigrants : Religion: Cardinal charges leaders with exploiting racism and prejudice. He calls for change in attitudes and policy.
- WOODLAND HILLS : Faculty to Be Bused to Meet Parents
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : MARMONTE LEAGUE
- Braves, Phillies to Try for Edge
- Marsh Searched for Clues in Girl's Kidnaping
- NORTHRIDGE : CSUN Development Office Gets New Chief
- 3 Teen-agers Hurt in Rolling Pickup
- NEWPORT BEACH : City May Eliminate 7 Tree-Trimming Jobs
- Clergy Seek Answers to Plunge in Public Image : Poll: Survey shows trust at an eight-year low. Ministers blame scandals involving televangelists.
- With Somalia on Everyone's Mind : From the start, do it right in Haiti
- FBI Investigates Fatal Shooting by IRS Agent : Inquiry: Civil rights probe focuses on Bakersfield man's slaying by off-duty special agent after a traffic dispute on the Golden State Freeway. District attorney's office is also reviewing the case.
- GARDEN GROVE : 4 Charged With Forging Checks
- LOS ANGELES : City Council Backs Tax to Fund Police Service
- Robert E. Myrann; Combat, Test Pilot
- Fountain Valley Stays on Ground in 28-0 Victory
- Fast-food magnate Carl N. Karcher failed to...
- Close but . . . one cigar?The...
- 1 Killed, 5 Hurt in Marine Copter Crash
- NATION IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Court Upholds 1992 Conviction of Gotti
- Somalis Tried 3 Times to Kill Him, Captive Says : Interview: Downed U.S. helicopter pilot speaks to European journalists in Mogadishu house where he is being held.
- VAN NUYS : 2 Robbers Given Life in Prison for Murder
- Fatal Clashes in Somalia Put U.N. Peacekeeping Role in Doubt : Military: Attack on U.S. Rangers casts cloud over hopes of multinational forces cooperating to quell global conflicts.
- Man Gets Life Sentence for His Attempt to Kill Wife : Oxnard: Husband shot the woman from less than two feet away because she attended a Baptist service. Three of their grown children plead for leniency for their father.
- SIMI VALLEY : Westbound Freeway Linkage Opened
- Turning Point for Higher Ed?
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : HIGH DESERT LEAGUE
- Piecing Together the Past : La Habra Artisan Elaine Odland Cain Creates Historical Murals of Her Norwegian Ancestors and Other Hand-Painted Tiles Depicting Images From Sunflowers to 'Day of the Dead' Skeletons
- A Mighty Debut at The Pond : Hockey: But Ducks are shot down by mightier Detroit Red Wings. The inaugural-game hoopla wows 17,174 on hand.
- GLENDALE : 2 Suspects Sought in Hammer Attack
- Mother's Prayers Answered : Reunion: Suffering from an inoperable brain tumor, she sees her children for the first time since leaving Romania 2 years ago.
- SIMI VALLEY : Gallegly Doubtful on Free Trade Pact
- Husband Being Investigated In Wife's Suicide
- Van Nuys : Police Give Tips on Surveillance Photos
- Fourteen Christian, Jewish and Baha'i congregations are...
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : In other Channel League games:
- Gilbert Takes One-Shot Lead Over Trevino
- Greenwood Leads UCLA Against BYU
- PREP ROUNDUP : Late Score Gives Marina an Upset in Water Polo
- Northridge Faces Nevada Las Vegas
- Records Fall to Newbury Park; So Does Channel Islands : High school football: Van Buren and Smith break marks during the Panthers' 36-0 Marmonte League victory.
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- PRO FOOTBALL / BILL PLASCHKE : Chargers Scrambling for Answers
- White Sox Put Forth a United Front : American League: Despite recent in-fighting, they come together for 6-1 victory over Blue Jays.
- Laguna Beach Offense Gets Lost in the Shadows
- SEA VIEW LEAGUE : Sea Kings Score Late, Beat Santa Margarita
- SUNSET LEAGUE : Edison Builds Big Lead; Cruises to 48-20 Victory
- SCORECARD: COUNTY HIGHLIGHTS FROM WEEK 5 : HOW TOP 10 FARED
- No Sweat for Scarbrough as Kennedy Wins, 40-21
- HORSE RACING : A Tip: Think of the Big Picture
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- Whittier Christian Done In by Flanker Turned Back, 19-0
- Long Scoring Plays Help Bellflower Beat Buena Park
- El Modena Gets Kicks in Victory Over Loara
- Gales, Lakso Lead Tournament
- FILM REVIEWS : Ghosts of the Past Return to Enlighten and Delight : 'Zoot Suit' recalls a haunting episode in Chicano history; the 1937 comedy 'Topper' finds a funny banker getting spooked.
- RECOLLECTIONS : Agnes de Mille: Indomitable, Inimitable
- MUSIC REVIEW : Philharmonic's Diamond Sparkles : Music: The L.A. orchestra opens its 75th season with Esa-Pekka Salonen conducting Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.
- OPERA REVIEW : 'Griffelkin': Fantasy by the Numbers
- WEEKEND TV : U.S. Troops, Somalia, Baseball on Agenda
- Jordan Retirement Blessing for Knicks : NBA: Their road through the Eastern Conference figures to be a lot easier without league's top player.
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : NATIONAL LEAGUE PLAYOFFS : Nixon Never Looked Back
- Antelope Valley's Victory Over Muir a Special One
- COMEDY
- TV REVIEWS : True-Life 'Flood' Gets High Marks
- Experiences of a Girl as Seen by a Woman : Art: Georganne Deen, one of five females exhibiting in 'Kustom Kulture,' taps into pop culture and childhood memories.
- Tustin Turnovers Lead to 28-17 Irvine Victory
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- Jobless Rate in California Climbs to 9.4% : Economy: Analysts blamed the state's new job losses on the persistent weakness in defense and construction industries.
- Wilson Signs Child Bicycle Helmet Bill
- Developer Threatens to Strip Land of Endangered Flower : Project: Company trying to break impasse over building golf course in Big Tujunga Wash invokes little-known law telling agencies they have 10 days to salvage the plants.
- NO HAWKS: Valley-area congressmen say constituent callers...
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Athletes to Attend Gym Fund-Raiser
- University Receives Peace Studies Gift
- Judge Bars Police From Citing Homeless at Civic Center
- Waldrop Keeps Savanna's Unbeaten Streak Alive at Five
- Northridge Head Calls for Review on Financial Aid
- BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Three Become Free Agents
- Man's Past Helps Him to Reach Out to Homeless : Ministry: The pastor's experience as an immigrant gives him the strength to tell others that through faith, anything can be accomplished.
- CALABASAS : Forum Lures School Board Candidates
- Judge Delays Sentence in Gay Bashing Case : Courts: He also asks the district attorney's office to consider prosecuting a lawyer and Laguna Beach city officials whom he said tried to influence him.
- ArtsScene '93 Will Feature All-Day Seminars and Fair
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Bettis Replaces Gary as Starter
- OAK TREE : Second Chance for Let's Elope
- Like Bo, Moorpark's Mustafa Has Found a Hobby : Junior colleges: A standout in track and field, he gives football a go and winds up as the Raiders' starting free safety.
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : Arneson Fills In Admirably, Lifts Rio Mesa, 35-13
- ART REVIEW : Peruvian Power, Moche Magic in 'Sipan'
- Police Find Marijuana Crop During Burglary Chase
- O.C.'s Kymla Quits MWD Board : Utilities: 20-year member, indicted on tax-evasion charges, cites only 'personal problems' in resignation letter.
- Foot Notes : In Bid for Its First National Championship, Florida State Hopes That History Is Not Repeated and Its Kicks Sail Straight Against Miami Today
- CITY SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : Price, Crenshaw Pace Sylmar, 27-0
- Simi Valley Thrown for a Loss but Wins
- Western and Katella Settle for Tie
- Unfortunately, Potential Doesn't Guarantee Success
- Stateswest, Operator of USAir Commuter Flights, Stops Service
- LOS ANGELES : City Employee Files Suit Against Ethics Commission
- Menendez Says He's No Longer Sure of Parents' Death Plot : Court: Brother testifies that he would not have shot his mother and father if he had known they were not armed.
- NEWBURY PARK : Boy, 15, Arrested in Stabbing of Youths
- RELIGION / JOHN DART : Hoedown in the House of Worship : Porter Ranch: Friday night services at the Shepherd of the Hills Church break new ground by incorporating country-Western music.
- Two More Women Say They Were Assaulted by Singer
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Harrison Makes Point With NFL
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- On the House : Builders Dangle Bonuses to Make Buyers Out of Browsers
- 2 Opposition Parties Swept Out as Yeltsin Cleans House
- OXNARD : 5 Locations to Be Considered as Landmarks
- OXNARD : College to Join 'World Food Day'
- Racist Messages on Campus Spur Call for Strong Action : Hate crimes: Group of Cypress College students complain that officials aren't doing enough to stop the problem. Administrators say they're doing all they can.
- Squelch Those Squeaks That Make Us Squawk
- A Mighty Debut at The Pond : Premiere: Opening night pageantry fills the bill for thousands of expectant fans who packed Anaheim Arena.
- Mighty Ducks Hatch a New Era in Hockey : Sports: Fans give Disney franchise star treatment in debut.
- U.N. Lifts Most of Its S. Africa Sanctions
- Rev. Arie R. Brouwer; Leader in World Ecumenical Movement
- Law Would Restrict Home-Based Day Care : Thousand Oaks: The proposed ordinance would give neighbors the right to protest the granting of a permit if they felt a facility would create excessive noise or traffic.
- Countywide : 2 Men Arrested in Car Theft Attempt
- Farewell for Task Force on Central America Is Set : Activism: Declining contributions and waning interest are cited as reasons for the closure.
- Moorpark Deputies, City Workers Take Emergency Medical Training : Preparedness: Seven officers and several city staffers have started a 10-week course to earn EMT certification.
- Conflict Among Denny Jurors Indicated
- Restoring Hopes : Volunteers Repair Seats in Effort to Put New Spring into School's Pride
- Ban Lifted on Chevron Plant Project : Environment: Appellate ruling allows construction of clean-burning fuel refinery to continue--just hours after the EPA had moved to shut it down.
- CITY SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : In other Valley Pac-8 Conference games:
- SUNSET LEAGUE : Anderson Leads Marina Past Westminster, 23-19
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- Ram Talk Turns to Football : NFL: Team is not focusing on Henley situation. The focus on is on the next game.
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- Matthew's Sweet--and Sour Too : Pop music: The artist, who plays the Coach House tonight, often takes a light approach yet seems attracted to the dark side of things.
- As Entertainment, Mighty Ducks Are a Hit : Hockey: But after elaborate pregame show, they display their shortcomings in loss to the Red Wings.
- NBA : Harper Wants New Clipper Contract
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- Newport Harbor Applies the Brakes to University's Comeback Attempts
- Hebert Takes a Pounding : Defense: Red Wings fire 43 shots at goaltender, who allows seven to get through.
- NHL ROUNDUP : Devils Score 6-3 Victory Over Capitals
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : NONLEAGUE
- ART REVIEW : 'Biennial' Uses Humorous Paradox to Tackle Issues
- Breaking the Ice to Develop Fullerton House
- TV REVIEWS : Triumphant Performances in 'Theatre'
- CONSUMER PRODUCTS
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- Countywide : Weather Outlook: Snow on Cable TV
- Congressmen Differ on Policy in Somalia : Foreign affairs: County's representatives divide along partisan lines. Republican Elton Gallegly criticizes President's decision. Democrat Anthony C. Beilenson voices cautious support.
- WESTMINSTER : U.N. Day Festivities Delight Seniors
- Boys Plotted Takeover, Police Say : Arrests: Three Huntington Beach middle-school students, one heavily armed, allegedly planned to hold a classroom of pupils hostage.
- Welch Said to Consider Resignation
- 'Dinosaurs' Tussle for Greek Premiership : Politics: It's the clash of the septuagenarians as conservative incumbent Mitsotakis and Socialist Papandreou vie again.
- Ed Hart; Radio Financial Reporter, Analyst
- POLITICS : Hopeful Voters Face Hurdles in El Salvador : A cumbersome registration system is snarling preparations for landmark elections next March. Tens of thousands of citizens may be left out of the democratic loop.
- 'Tailgate' Medicine Sales Rampant in Ethnic Areas : Health: Authorities raid markets and shops. But focus on narcotics leaves 'swap meet' drugs unpoliced.
- FULLERTON : City OKs Rebuilding Burned Log Cabin
- NEWPORT BEACH : Fire, Police Officials to Hold Open House
- Interfaith Project Aims to Protect Environment : Policy: Gore helps to launch partnership of Catholic, Jewish and Protestant leaders. Grass-roots activity in thousands of congregations is among goals.
- SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : In other Channel League games:
- 'Swap Meet' Drug Sales Are Rampant in Ethnic Areas
- Algae May Affect Water Taste, Smell
- Palestinian Prisoners to Be Freed Under Pact, Rabin Says
- WOODLAND HILLS : Ski Program for Disabled Tries to Stop the Skid
- Free Composting Workshop Offered
- Missed Kick Gives Win to Eisenhower
- 5 Children Reported Slain by S. African Troops in House Raid
- LOS ANGELES : Man Gets 97 Months in 'Ecstasy' Drug Case
- GLENDALE : Driver Slain Before Manslaughter Charge
- A Vision of Tolerance : Laguna Jewish Congregation Gears Its Services to Gays and Lesbians
- DECORATING : Lean on Hard Wall Paints That Stand Up to Abuse
- Report Clears FBI, Blames Koresh in Waco Cult Deaths
- Mafia's 'Beast' Jailed for Life in Sicily
- Menendez Denies Lying About Guns, Tells of Confusion : Trial: Prosecution and defense lawyers fire questions at younger brother about disputed trip to shop for pistols at a store that had stopped selling them.
- A Dry Ventura Pier? : City to Consider Prohibiting Alcohol on the Renovated Structure
- Plaintiff Wins Suit Against Antonovich : Courts: Jury finds supervisor conspired to influence a judge on behalf of a constituent who had backed his campaign. Lawmaker denies any impropriety.
- BURBANK : Smog Education Project Gets Trial
- NOV. 2 WATCH : Proposition 168
- Gerald J. Carroll; Navy Pilot, Novelist
- NATION IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : U.S. May Take Falcon Off Endangered List
- Kenya Welcome Mat for Somalis Fraying : Africa: The refugees from famine and warfare were embraced at first. But now they're blamed for an upsurge in crime.
- SAN FERNANDO VALLEY : Suspected Cat Burglar Sighted in Bakersfield
- Plaintiff Wins Suit Against Antonovich
- FBI Investigates Fatal Shooting by IRS Agent : Violence: Probe will examine whether intoxicated victim's civil rights were violated. Slaying occurred in Arleta after a traffic dispute.
- LOS ANGELES : Riordan, Other Mayors Assail Unfunded Mandates
- Social Security Chief
- NEWS ANALYSIS : Cable Companies Prepare to Form Another Media Colossus : Merger: Liberty Media Corp. and Tele-Communications Inc. would create a company that could rival Time Warner in delivering video, data services.
- Licensing Panel for Contractors Reverses Policy : Consumers: The state board will expand its investigation of complaints. It will also provide information about past disputes.