- What Poets, Presidents and Groucho Shared : Bow ties: Only a few men can master these sartorial butterflies.
- Science Camp Is Tranquillity Base : South-Central Los Angeles Youths Savor Beach
- Katz Opts Out of Scramble to Succeed Edelman as Supervisor
- WEST HILLS : Charity Pays for Students' New Shoes
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Bugel's Job Secure for Rest of Season
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Works Hits 15 of 20 Shots to Lead Cypress
- Breaking Free : Gang-Tackled by Early-Season Demons, Sylmar's Crenshaw Emerged From Darkness and Is Again Running to Daylight
- Agoura's Steussie Gets Pac-10 Honor
- RESTAURANT REVIEW : Ciao Chow: A Collision of Cultures
- Golden West's Lee Named Player of Year
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Arizona State Crushed by Okla. State
- In L.A.'s News War, KABC-TV Sweeps Up : Television: Channel 7 dominates among the network-owned stations in nearly every news time period. KTLA trounces the network shows in the 7-9 a.m. breakfast club.
- Plan to Merge Volvo, Renault Abandoned : Autos: Strong opposition by shareholders in Swedish company leads to termination of proposed deal.
- Spending Rises 0.8% in October; Home Sales Continue Strong
- Dark, Stark and Simple
- Deputies' Downfall Began With a Videotaped Sting : Crime: Officers were jailed. Drug dealers went free. Credibility was shaken. And the probe is not yet over.
- The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled...
- Pentagon Retreats, Says It Is Considering Airing Limbaugh
- BOOK REVIEW / STORIES : Glimpses of Men's Struggle for Buoyancy : THE BOOK OF GUYS: Stories, <i> by Garrison Keillor</i> (Viking: $22, 345 pages)
- PROFILE / RICK COLE : A Crusader Orchestrates Successful Compromise : Activist: For the second time, Pasadena's mayor has changed the face of the Tournament of Roses. And his job has changed him.
- VAN NUYS : Yoko Ono to Help Group for Children
- The Bakri family left Syria for America...
- Chemistry Textbook Author, Teacher Phyllis Merrill Dies
- Fugitive in Woman's Killing Is Apprehended in Texas
- Shipkey Left His Mark on Every Level of Game : O.C. Hall of Fame: Former Pittsburgh Steeler helped Anaheim win CIF title and played on USC and UCLA Rose Bowl teams.
- Good Roles a Luxury Eric Roberts Can Afford : Television: After a stint of working just for money, the actor is back in Showtime's 'Love, Cheat and Steal.'
- Wit, Distress a Delightful Mix in 'Snapper' : Stephen Frears' fiercely alive movie about a family in a working-class Dublin suburb thrives on the interplay of fine writing and empathetic acting.
- Turner's Year of 'Native Americans' : Television: Sunday's 'Geronimo' kicks off a variety of programming with indigenous people as the unifying theme.
- Music: Merrill Lynch Capital Partners Inc. has...
- Ornda Healthcorp. to Take Over Summit : Medicine: $375-million merger would create one of the nation's largest publicly owned hospital companies.
- U.S. Military to Get Its First Islamic Chaplain
- WOODLAND HILLS : 3 Longhorns Mosey Around at Leonis Adobe
- Taming the Gun Monster: Local Crusades : Barring comprehensive federal action, local governments should do all they can to control guns
- The Oxnard Rampage : Silence and Then the Gunfire : Shooting scene: Witnesses say the expressionless man began firing without warning and then strolled out without saying a word.
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Residents to Air Crime Concerns
- Svorinich to Push Forward on Plan for Aquarium : Economy: Harbor-area councilman will ask port officials for up to $1 million for study on feasibility of building facility. Attraction could provide fiscal boom for San Pedro and Wilmington.
- Talking the Feminist Talk Is Not Enough : Politics: To attract women's votes, candidates will have to address a wide range of economic and social issues.
- 2 Teens Arrested as Suspects in Series of Mile Square Park Heists
- Anteaters Can't Stop San Diego : Basketball: Toreros commit 27 turnovers but make 42 of 46 free-throw attempts. Irvine shoots 41% from the field.
- GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Century Beats Santa Ana Valley in Overtime, 45-42
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- Rockabilly Redux : The Collins Kids helped establish the sound in the '50s and will resurrect it Saturday at the Palomino.
- Icing Suspected in Crash of Commuter Plane : Disaster: Turboprop was approaching a town in Minnesota in freezing drizzle when it stalled and slammed into the ground. All 18 aboard were killed.
- <i> A look at noteworthy addresses in the Southland.</i>
- PREP NOTES : Murry Quits as Dana Hills Football Coach
- COMMENTARY : Remembering a Peaceful Sarajevo
- Southwest Looks to Better Days Ahead : Cougars: Although the team appeared to have the makings of a winner, the offense never developed.
- Whatever Position He Plays, Vaqueros' Allen Is a Threat : Division VII: At tailback or slotback, junior has led Rancho Alamitos to semifinal against Arroyo Grande.
- MUSIC REVIEWS : Challenging Fare From EAR Unit
- Bell Atlantic-TCI May Invest in Hollywood Studio : Television: Move would be aimed at ensuring constant supply of cable programming for prospective merger partners.
- Cortex Sells 13.75 Million Shares in Offering
- Jackson Conviction Contains a Warning to Fellow Lobbyists : Capitol: Verdict is seen as sending a message about the need to keep contributions separate from advocacy of legislation.
- When MTV Fans Grow Up, There's FAD TV
- Time Ripe for Ulster Breakthrough? : Conflict: Immediate peace in Northern Ireland is unlikely. But news of secret British-IRA dialogue has raised hopes.
- It's Who You Are With That Matters
- Guitarist's Heart Is in the Jazz World : Rick Zunigar left touring with Stevie Wonder to write and play 'real music.'
- Razor's Edge, How to Shave Safely
- LAGUNA BEACH : City Plans to Adopt Campaign Limits
- Freeway Robbery Suspects Arraigned
- Rockets Reach 15-0, Tie Longtime Record : Pro basketball: Hakeem Olajuwon (37 points) dominates Patrick Ewing (12 points) as Houston cruises past New York.
- COLLEGES / IRENE GARCIA : Snub by NCAA Has the Lions Roaring
- It Was a Year to Forget for 2-8 El Camino : Warriors: They were unable to overcome the loss of five defensive players in the preseason.
- Borrowing From Past, Living in the Present : Pop: Jack Jones had his biggest hit in 1963, but contemporary music is 'where my head is.' He performs tonight in Irvine.
- Restoring Work of a Pioneer : Rudolph Schindler, creator of the Rodriguez house in the Verdugo Woodlands, is considered the least appreciated of the trailblazers in modern architecture.
- Opening Doors for a Cause : Glendale gets to show off its homes--and raise funds for high school students--in its annual Hoover Tour of Homes, a tradition since 1957.
- COLUMN ONE : Settlers' Life on the Edge Gets Edgier : The Cohens say they struggled to claim a piece of the West Bank desert for themselves and for Israel. Now, they fear that impending Palestinian autonomy threatens their future.
- WESTMINSTER : City Clears Yard After Man Ignores Order
- Now Crespi's Opponents Are Feeling Hurt
- Ducks' Strength Is in Nets : Hockey: Goaltending tandem of Hebert and Tugnutt has expansion team on 28-victory pace.
- Lampkin Reopened His Eyes to Valley : Returning From Ventura, He Helped the Monarchs Earn Berth in Bowl Game
- TV REVIEWS : NBC's Animated Christmas Specials No Gift to Viewers
- Pat Boone Gets a Box Set, Finally
- 2nd Benefit Screening of 'Gypsy' on Tuesday
- Minimum Wage
- American Spiritual Liberties Union
- Lomita Schools Will Try Again to Secede From L.A. District : Education: Proponents expect to submit their petition to the county today, but a state board ultimately will decide the fate of the effort. Opponents say separation could lead to ethnic imbalance.
- L.A. Convention
- Interpretive Journalism
- INSURANCE
- Stock Offering Planned by Wonderware : Finance: Maker of software for controlling automated machines seeks to raise up to $17.1 million, to be used for acquisitions.
- Nynex Announces Plan to Offer Fiber-Optic Cable TV Services : Telecommunications: The company is counting on Congress passing a law allowing Baby Bells to provide cable TV in their own regions.
- Rams' Henley Is Indicted on Drug Charges
- More U.S. Teen-Agers Smoking, Survey Shows
- The Renaissance of Romance : Visions of Velvet and Brocade and Layers of Lace Create the Tapestries of an Old-Fashioned Holiday
- Countywide : Supervisors Asked to Drop Bridge Plans
- SOUTH-CENTRAL : Suspect in Fatal Drive-By Shooting Surrenders
- Wait Is Over; Alicia Parkway Connection Finally Opens
- White House Sides With FBI on Gays
- CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL : Forget the garland--vacations, hockey tickets and gifts adorn trees at this event.
- Out From Behind the Eight Ball : Recreation: Pool halls are back, but they are not the dingy, smoke-filled rooms celebrated in the movies. Many of them try to appeal to families.
- 2 Men Uninjured in Crash-Landing
- Buy a theater ticket--go to jail: Though...
- LA HABRA : City's Holiday Fair to Be Held Saturday
- Defendant Says Loans Intended to Save Bank
- NCAA SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIPS : Titans Will Try to Bring Home Some Respect
- Science Class Finds That Nothing Beats the Beach : Education: Hands-on learning highlights South-Central youngsters' camp-out on Orange County shore. A state ranger helps arrange their stay.
- Agoura Softball Coach Charged With Theft
- Nigel's Nirvana : Mansell Expects Even Better 1994 After Amazing First Year on Indy Car Circuit
- PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Knee Injury Might Sideline Newberry
- 'Peggy Judy Show' Ready for Vegas
- Sales Are Hot Even in O.C., Where Rap Isn't
- THEATER REVIEW : 'The Walkers' Dysfunctional Family Finds Its Voice
- Gay Bias Addition to Judges' Code
- Secondhand Smoke and Area Restaurants
- Margaret Thatcher
- Study Forecasts Ill Effects of Possible Warming Trend : Climate: Southwest could face crop damage, droughts and flooding if 'greenhouse effect' predictions are accurate. But some scientists are skeptical about the assumptions researchers used in the report.
- Naming Americans
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- Obituaries - Dec. 3, 1993
- Broken Romance Writes Tragic End to Bright Future : Violence: Friends and family of officer are shocked by murders and his suicide.
- As a Customer Service, May We <i> Please </i> Help You Help Us?
- Revelations in Klaas Kidnaping Spark Outrage
- Colleagues Recall Victims' Leadership, Energy : Slayings: Naval Academy mates call Alton Grizzard a quarterback 'legend' and 'perfect role model.' Friends marvel at Kerry O'Neill's track and field records.
- Orange's 'Gang Book' Flunks a Legal Test : Police: A state appeals court rules that the gathering of photos of gang suspects by detectives violates the youths' constitutional rights. Conviction is upheld, however, due to other evidence in the case.
- Corps Crew Wins Praise as It Ends Work in Laguna
- Parents Stunned by Latest Attack : Crime: Many are incredulous about the molester's brazenness while pleased that efforts to protect their children have been successful.
- Shootings 'Out of Character' for Ensign : Slayings: Family and friends in O.C. are shocked. Honor was a factor, his brother says.
- POLITICS : A Veil Over Democracy in Mexico
- Clinton Panel Considers Welfare Reforms : Policy: Task force seeks to fulfill campaign pledge to change social support system. States may get wide latitude to find work for aid recipients.
- Clinton to Pay Visit to Rocketdyne Site : Aerospace: Valley appearance fuels speculation that firm may get grant to convert defense technology.
- SAN FERNANDO VALLEY : Patrols Stepped Up After Molester Suspect Stalks Schoolgirl
- Fire Routs Restaurant Patrons, Employees : Blaze: Firefighters close Seal Beach's Main Street while dousing flames at landmark Walt's Wharf that left $150,000 damage. They're able to save main dining room.
- The Oxnard Rampage : Slain Officer Described as Dedicated Cop : Victim: Jim O'Brien was always willing to risk his life, colleagues say. Residents remember him as caring man.
- Record Makers Listen to Ostin Rumors
- Search for Molester Intensifies : Crime: In wake of latest attack in the Valley, police redeploy patrols that were reduced over holiday.
- GEOGRAPHY LESSON: You may have met these...
- FBI Investigates Alleged Fraud, Kickbacks at NASA : Government: Space agency employees, consultants and major contractors may be involved, officials say.
- Times Mirror Unit Purchases Orange Paper
- California Healthcare Appoints Interim President, Chief Executive
- IN THE KITCHEN : Bowl of Confusion
- Holiday Gifts : Collectspeak
- Fresno Does a U-Turn on Naming Street for Chavez : Government: City Council vote to reverse decision on honoring the labor leader sparks a passionate debate.
- Tariff Impasse Would Hurt U.S.-Europe Ties, Christopher Says : Trade: Secretary asserts U.S. is unwilling to extend deadline for resolution of global talks. He calls for flexibility on both sides.
- Illegal Garage Units a Flash Point for Neighbors' Anger
- Lynwood : Runoff Election Scheduled to Break School Board Tie
- GUIDES AND DOLLS : It's All Toys, Figurines and Teachings in a New Exhibit at the Bowers Museum
- Pomona : Tips on Fire Protection
- 2 Israelis Killed, 2 Settlers Hurt as Palestinians Fire on Car : Mideast: Attack heightens fears of new cycle of terrorism and retaliation as self-government nears.
- Commuter Plane Crashes in Bad Weather, Killing 18 in Minnesota
- VAN NUYS : New Blythe Street Charge Is Filed
- OAK PARK : Cheaper Way to Finish School Sought
- Dachau Liberators Bear Witness to Death Camp Horror, Rescue
- A Close-Up Look At People Who Matter : Man Uses His Legs to Lend Helping Hand
- Decision Scrambles Politics in County : Government: Observers predict a lively race for Edelman's seat. Woo, Roberti, Yaroslavsky and Katz are being mentioned as likely contenders.
- Double or Nothing : Although Notre Dame Tempts the Fates With Craigwell at Quarterback and Safety, It's Worth the Gamble
- Library Foundation Plots a Fitting Salute : Radio: A performance of 'The Plot to Overthrow Christmas' will be the tribute to Norman Corwin.
- Derivatives Industry Fights Image Problem : Finance: Complex trading raises concerns about possible new banking-industry problems. Few understand the hybrid securities, whose value is 'derived' from other assets.
- Her Aim Is True : Single-Mindedness Helps Take Sharpshooter to the Top
- Top This Latke
- RARE DEPARTURE: Maria VanderKolk is retiring from...
- Winds Delay Launching of Shuttle
- Battle to Rename Texas Town's Road Turns Into War of Words : Teacher's fight to change 'Jap Road' angers some longtime residents, who say it honors the area's Japanese settlers.
- Culinary Delights
- Man Found Shot to Death on Street Near Park in Sylmar
- How a Dream House Can Turn Into a Nightmare
- Peninsula Breaks From the Gate and Drops Mira Costa
- Ducks Get Shot to Be Kings : Hockey: Struggling Los Angeles meets Anaheim for the first time for Southern California bragging rights.
- Lakers' Blowout Far From Sellout : Pro basketball: A 33-point victory over Dallas is a season high, but attendance is lowest since 1980.
- With or Without Engines, They Have an Axle to Grind
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Mazzy Star: A Vivid, Uncompromising Set
- Federal Judge Says Milken Is 'Unworthy of Belief ' as a Witness
- Pasadena : Eaton Center Fund-Raiser
- Eagle Replaces Russian Hammer, Sickle : Emblem: President Yeltsin decrees two-headed czarist symbol to be nation's new seal. Experts predict controversy.
- Mexico Governor Quits Amid Dispute on Vote for Successor
- A Little Can Produce a Lot of Holiday Joy
- Holiday Gifts : Department of Collections
- Holiday Gifts : A Gift of Vinegar
- A Double Dose of Bad Luck for Earth Trust
- Long Beach : Parents Praise Schools but Worry About Size of Classes
- The exclusive Ventura County music charts are...
- Traffic Suit Against Walnut Is Dropped
- Robbing Northern Ireland's Flames of Their Bitter Fuel : London and Dublin work to move Ulster away from the abyss
- Pilots Seek to Keep Airports Official
- Officers Dress Up in Disguises to Unmask Dangers of Gangs
- Group to Build House for Low-Income Family : Thousand Oaks: Habitat for Humanity plans to sell the home through a zero-interest loan. Officials hope the idea spreads.
- ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Fueling the Call for Welfare Reform
- Move to Screen Free HIV Tests Meets Opposition : Disease: State says the proposal to give preference to people who have engaged in high-risk behavior is merely a draft. Director of South Bay Free Clinic says it amounts to discrimination.
- Card Club Backers Say New Proposal Is Possible : Gambling: Investment group says it may make another pitch to Anaheim officials or attempt to place issue before voters.
- SEAL BEACH : Unocal to Address Concerns Over Plant
- Scoring Isn't Ewen's Primary Goal : Hockey: Duck enforcer gets his fifth goal of the season. But that's not where his strengths lie.
- Common Language Is Common : High schools: Some football coaches, often transgressors themselves, cite difficulty in enforcing profanity rule.
- CLUB REVIEW : The Maxx Becomes a Junkie-Palooza
- Editor of Oakland Tribune Resigns
- Paragon Has the Foresight to Offer StarSight : Television: The county's second-largest cable operator will begin an on-screen program listing service in March.
- Time Warner, Playboy to Announce Joint Audio Venture
- Life's Simple Pleasures : Recreation: Lego toys leave flash to others. Their enduring popularity among kids and adults is built brick by brick.
- Montebello : Volunteers Sought for Audit Committee of School Board
- FASHION : A Stark and Somber Statement : Much of the fall collections make women look like religious pilgrims. The question is, will Ventura County shoppers buy it?
- Francis Dale; Publisher, Music Center Leader
- Gifts for More Than Giving
- He Can Do
- Federal Agents Search Videotel Office in Irvine : Inquiry: Inspectors confirm records were seized as part of a fraud probe of Costa Mesa-based Interlink Data Network.
- Allergan Founder Herbert to Reduce Management Role
- SHOP TALK : What Malls Are Offering as Season Gets Into Gear : Stores are displaying a variety of holiday gift items that range from "Noel" necklaces to Rap Man Santas.
- New Council Takes Over, Tackles Budget : Politics: Although lawmakers were elected in an anti-tax crusade, they say crime appears to be the top issue.
- Psychological Upheaval Reigns in 'Betty Blue'
- The Tom Robinson Band "Power in the Darkness" (1978)<i> Capitol/Razor & Tie</i>
- Unions Get Lift From Success of Flight Attendants Strike : NEWS ANALYSIS
- Homedco Posts Record Sales, Profit for Fiscal 1993 : Earnings: The Fountain Valley company's performance is attributed to its purchase of a home health-care firm.
- CAM Data Systems Inc.: The Fountain Valley...
- MARKETING/MEDIA
- Tarte Tatin: French Apple Classic
- Reality of Flight Simulators Takes Off
- Commerce : Anaheim Rejects Casino, Entertainment Complex
- It's Time for a Few Changes 'Round Here
- Georgians, Separatists Sign Preliminary Pact
- Mitchell Against Bullet Tax, Gun Seller Fee Hike
- TRIED & TRUE : Acupuncture Deflates Illusions About Vanity
- Frost Helps the Flavor of Winter Artichokes : The delicacy is easy to prepare and can be a low-calorie treat with the right dip.
- Cisneros Urges Stronger Federal, Private Efforts to Aid Homeless
- PLATFORM : Judicial Bias
- To Punish Genocide With Death Is Overkill : Crime bill: Congress' flight of fancy on capital punishment runs counter to other democracies' experience.
- PORTOLA HILLS : Motorist Dies After Car Is Broadsided
- LAGUNA NIGUEL : Deputy D.A. on Trial Over Parking Battle
- Ventura's Schools Hit With Federal Bias Finding : Education: U.S. officials say the district shortchanges limited English speakers. Remedies are being sought.
- IRVINE : UCI Arboretum Will Hold Christmas Sale
- SHERMAN OAKS : Firefighters Donate TVs to Burn Center
- Community Activist Dismayed by Removal From Hospital Board
- Judge's Ruling on EIR Will Stall Tollway Near UC Irvine
- THOUSAND OAKS : Controlled Burns Planned for Area
- Valley Obituaries
- OXNARD : Mediator Suggested for School Board
- BOYS' BASKETBALL '93-'94: SUNSET LEAGUE
- Poets' Visser to Coach Chapman Football : Colleges: He will get school's Division III program off the ground.
- Foot Injury Makes CSUN's Chevalier Questionable
- PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Testaverde Might Play on Sunday
- The Art of Carrying On : Art: Exhibitions such as the current show of Native American weaving continue while the Southwest Museum ponders its fate.
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : McKeon Tells Class of 1st-Year Experiences
- SIMI VALLEY : Nancy Reagan to Sign Book at Library
- Couple Hid Thousands in Assets, Prosecutors Allege
- Insurers' Ads on Health Plan Are On Target : A cap on spending requires rationing. And don't try 'bribing' your doctor for extras.
- The Edelman Legacy: Quiet but Effective : Career: The retiring supervisor, often overshadowed by more colorful colleagues, led efforts to form a county AIDS program and to protect consumers and children.
- BURBANK : Cable TV Service Is Topic of Forum
- Betting on Yesterday : Torrance Officials Believe That If They Build an Old-Fashioned Downtown, People Will Come
- LOS ANGELES : Menendez Told of Abuse, Jail Psychiatrist Says
- Prosecutor Rests His Case in Bank Fraud Trial : Courts: One defendant told investigators he funneled funds without knowing it was illegal, according to transcript.
- TENNIS / CITY SECTION GIRLS' INDIVIDUAL SEMIFINALS : Dorsey Freshman Segura Takes the Play to Taft's Feldman (17-1)
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Songs of Sour Grapes Play Well for Aimee Mann
- Planners OK Proposal for the Headlands : Development: The scaled-down plan to build 394 homes and a 400-room hotel must still get the approval of the Dana Point City Council and the California Coastal Commission.
- Basketball Trip Tests Concordia's Endurance
- Micelli Avoids Cassidy's Wrath in a Close Shave
- CAL STATE FULLERTON NOTEBOOK / SCOTT MILLER : Mistri's Ears Ringing From Playoff Success
- 'Nutcracker' Casts Announced
- Scams Victimize Mexicans Who Seek U.S. Work Permits : Immigrants: Thousands have been duped by consultants who promise employment papers but actually submit bogus political asylum claims.
- OXNARD : Smoking Ban for Teachers, Staff OKd
- Oxnard College Teachers Picket Over Pay : Labor: Faculty members explain their side of the contract talks to students on campus. They say the next step may be a strike.
- THOUSAND OAKS : City Studies 'Clusters' for Small Businesses
- Hagins Suit Alleges Discrimination
- Positive Approach Wins for Sherbeck : O.C. Hall of Fame: Former Fullerton College coach 'never allowed negative vibes.'
- COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Temple Surprises No. 3 Kansas
- PREP ROUNDUP : Seaton's 30 Points Lead Servite Past Lakewood
- 'Guys and Dolls' Cast Sets Cabaret Benefit
- An Easy Read
- Jim Rose Circus Sideshow Runs Gamut of Grotesque : A mixture of the disgusting and degrading, it's headed for Ventura. It is a hit with audiences with strong stomachs.
- Supervisor's Announcement Has Many Reaching for Hats
- Commerce : Fund-Raising Dinner Nets $25,000 for Riot Victim
- The Pride Piper of Dublin : Paddy Moloney Has Led His Band of Chieftains to Far Corners in Praise of Irish Music : Christmas With the Lads : Sure It's a Wee Bit Early for a Holiday, but the Chieftains Are Always in Season
- BOWL GAMESLong Beach City College makes its...
- Honors for Four Seasons
- GIRL'S BASKETBALL PREVIEW
- Polar Bear Breaks Into Alaska Radar Station, Mauls Mechanic
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- Stollen Pleasures
- OC HIGH / STUDENT NEWS & VIEWS : For Better or For Worse : Stepparents: It's not easy for anyone when a new adult comes in. Communication and patience are the keys to adjusting.
- REWIND : Brothers' Uncomfortable Bond Dominates Center Stage : Like many films of the '70s, 'The King of Marvin Gardens' offers little in the way of plot and instead mines the mental state of its characters.
- 3rd-Quarter Growth Picks Up to 2.7% as Trade Gap Widens
- MARKETING/MEDIA
- State Cuts Rate for Workers' Comp 12.7% : Insurance: The reduction is the largest ever. But some question whether there will be comparable cuts in premiums.
- Descanso's Whistlestop Christmas
- A summary of significant Los Angeles City...
- Now's the Time to Start Planning for a Career
- Culver City : Aid Fund for Burned Pilot
- OC HIGH / STUDENT NEWS & VIEWS : For Better or For Worse : Divorce: The academic and emotional effects on teen-agers can be devastating. But there are ways to cope.
- THEATER REVIEW : 'The Foreigner' Offers Evening of Light Laughs : A first-rate cast adds good-natured humor to a play about a shy Englishman who is vacationing under false impressions.
- Jury Convicts Carpenter, Jackson of Corruption : Ethics: Ex-legislator, lobbyist are found guilty on all counts. Verdicts are latest in U.S. probe of state Capitol.
- Navy Officer Kills 2 Others, Himself : Violence: One victim had just broken off a relationship with the gunman, police say. Two of the dead had been star athletes at the Naval Academy.
- U.S. Trust of California Opens County Office
- Best of America's Best : Holiday Gifts
- Sex Harassment Alleged in O.C. School District
- Malibu : Relief From Water Charges
- U.S. Diplomat Freed by Captors in Yemen
- World IN BRIEF : BRITAIN : Anglo-Irish Meeting Remains on Track
- Risk of Strenuous Activity to the Sedentary Confirmed : Health: Two studies show that couch potatoes are much more likely to suffer heart attacks from sudden vigorous exercise than are those who work out regularly. Findings support long-held belief.
- Blending New and Old Traditions : This Sunday, Weed in the Road will play its special brand of music at the Eighth Annual Christmas for Children benefit.
- DON'T WANNA-BES: Gangs in the fifth grade...
- Brussels Sprouts: Follow Your Nose
- Party Snacks: Take One and Pass It On
- THEATER REVIEW : Holiday Favorite Gets a New Twist : This production of the 'Nutcracker' sets the adventure to seasonal, mostly familiar music.
- Moloney: 'There Are No Limits: Music Is Music'
- MUSIC : 1st Jewish Lesbian Folk Singer Ever Is Always Phranc : Funny and entertaining, she is set to perform in Santa Barbara. When she's not singing, she's surfing.
- Award-Winning Radio Show to Play Library : The legendary Norman Corwin will direct a live broadcast of 'The Plot to Overthrow Christmas' in Thousand Oaks.
- BOOK REVIEW / FICTION : An Uneven Trip Through the Past Leads to Humanity : THE MISERABLES <i> by Damien Wilkins</i> ; Harcourt Brace, $22.95, 298 pages
- RESTAURANT REVIEW : Eye and Palate Savor Nora's : Eatery glistens with colors, patterns evocative of Caribbean folk art. The eclectic menu has tasty appe- tizers, entrees.
- Texas County Draws Static for Apple Tax Vote
- Airlines to Pay Higher LAX Fees : Aviation: City will get up to $18 million in back payments by Friday. Accord is a victory for Riordan, but carriers will continue legal fight to overturn increases.