- At Yeltsin <i> Dacha</i> , Dinner Guests Pucker Up for . . . Moose Lips?
- SIMI VALLEY : School Board Eases Rules for Speakers
- As a Symbol of What Was, the Duke Still Looms Large
- Group Urges Risk Education on Bank Funds : Consumers: A coalition says it will ask Congress for tough disclosure laws on uninsured investment products.
- This Bud's for Bora : Bucking Protocol, World Cup Soccer Coach Will Hawk Beer
- BANKING
- Heater Blamed in Fatal Fire
- Trade Policy : Members of Free for All swap services, from baby-sitting to teeth-cleaning to memory training.
- Archdiocese Assails Priest's Claim That Pastor Framed Him : Trial: Attorney for Father David Piroli, who is accused of embezzling collections, says former head of church in Simi Valley stole money and planted it on his client.
- Thailand and Cambodia Sign Treaty of Cooperation
- A Course of Outdoor Schooling : Guided environmental walks reveal the flora and fauna of Soka University, a tranquil region despite the ongoing battle over the property's future.
- Polygram Film Division Names Executive VP
- Fossil Reveals Ancient Whale Was Able to Move on Land
- At a Glance : THURSDAY'S HIGHLIGHTS
- The Lab: An Experiment in Retail
- Indian Bus Crash Kills 39
- NEW VISION FOR THE OLD WORLD : Odd Mix of Old and New Mingle at Embassy Fete : Russia: The crowd at the evening reception is so diverse that Clinton congratulates the guests for tolerating each other.
- BOOK REVIEW: FICTION : A Wide-Eyed View of America, Where All Has Been Made Easy : AN AMERICAN BRAT, <i> by Bapsi Sidhwa</i> , Milkweed Editions $21.95, 328 pages
- Countywide : Grand Jury Report Tackles Diversity
- Laguna Hills Allows Fortune-Telling for Pay
- Rapists Caught in the Act, Police Say : Crime: Woman was being assaulted in beach restroom after midnight when officer arrived in response to tip from a witness. Two suspects are held on $50,000 bail.
- Attorney Gets 12-Year Term in Insurance Fraud Scheme : Sentencing: Lynn B. Stites was the mastermind of a secret network known as 'the Alliance.' The case emerged as one of the largest criminal prosecutions of lawyers in U.S. history.
- SUNLAND-TUJUNGA : Residents Hopeful About Library Plan
- Countywide : Marines Get Look at High-Tech Hardware
- In 3rd Trial, LAPD Officer Is Convicted of Store Robbery
- Businesses Hoping to Lure Sports Team
- Man Arrested in Attack on Ice-Skater Kerrigan : Crime: News reports say he confessed involvement. Warrants are issued for at least two more people.
- Italy Premier Quits, Signaling End of Era : Government: The 73-year-old former central bank governor's technocrat regime had seen the country through a period of critical change.
- Tomato Crop Faces Virus Peril : Agriculture: Disease carried by pest has affected much of the county's yield and all of Irvine's. A USDA official fears it could spread to other produce.
- ACLU Weighs Segregation of Pitchess Inmates : Jail: Group says separation of Latino and black prisoners may be the only way to stop racial fights at the county lockup.
- VENTURA : Back-to-Basics School Plan Gains
- BURBANK : Man Gets Life in 2 Killings After Rosebush Dispute
- Amphitheater and Neighbors Near Settlement : Courts: 10-year legal battle over concert noise at Costa Mesa venue may end with operators' assurance they'll hold it down.
- CAMARILLO : Workers Picket at State Hospital for Insurance
- Haste Lays Moorpark's Winning Streak to Waste
- Trojans Hold On for 53-46 Victory : College basketball: Despite Raveling's recent involvement with Black Coaches Assn., they 'keep focus' and survive Washington rally.
- INSURANCE
- AIRLINES
- BANKING
- Ventura School Officials Say Coach Had Sex With Students
- Johan J. Holst; Led PLO-Israel Peace Talks
- Mistrial Declared in Case Against Erik Menendez : Courts: Judge rules after jurors again say they are hopelessly deadlocked. Some held out for first-degree murder convictions. Brother's jury continues deliberations.
- $5-Million Art Collection Offered to Small Museum : Philanthropy: But gift from Santa Barbara man would require an expensive move by Conejo Valley facility.
- UNIVERSAL CITY : MCA Gets More Time for Metro Rail Plan
- VENICE : Man Shot 10 Times in Latest Flare-Up of Gang Violence
- THOUSAND OAKS : Conservation Group Reveals 14-Point Plan
- VENTURA : Stove Fire Damages House, Injures Pair
- Great Pacific REIT Plans to Go Public
- Fixed Hubble's Sharp Photos Cause Elation
- A 'Mall' Where Gen Xers Feel Right at Home
- Participants in '50s School Radiation Test Tell of Fears : Ethics: Former students at an institution for the retarded testify about possible lasting effects from a food experiment. Hearings may be stormy.
- MIDEAST : Likud Fights PLO Pact With Scattershot
- LONG BEACH : Officers Kill Gun-Waving Motorist After Crash
- On Solid Footing : It once was one store. Then it became six. Now, Na Na,<i> the</i> mecca for fans of the hippest shoes around, aims to make bigger strides with its own lines.
- The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled...
- ORANGE : 3 Bus Stops Restored After Complaints
- Japan Calls U.S. Trade Threat 'Regrettable' : Commerce: Japanese official says U.S. suggestion that it might impose sanctions won't help foster trust.
- Beauty of Drugstore Makeup : In lean economic times, many women are rediscovering the shops' cosmetics for price and convenience.
- Where to Learn About Bonsai
- Little Bird, Big Success : Plan to Supply More Water to Orange County Also Protects Endangered Bell's Vireo
- Yeltsin Ally Is Elected Speaker of Upper House : Russia: Shumeiko's victory indicates that the new Parliament will be more conciliatory than the one the president dissolved.
- THOUSAND OAKS : City to Discuss Use of Recyclable Goods
- Ex-Lawyer Gets 12-Year Prison Term in Insurance Scam : Fraud: Lynn Stites was the mastermind of a ring of attorneys that used the court system to bilk companies.
- SAN FERNANDO : 3rd Teen-Ager Faces Trial in Slaying
- MEDIA AND MARKETING : Uncovering Magazine's Bluff About Featuring Society Editor in the Buff
- Tokos Medical to Lay Off 200 Workers
- Office Space Vacancy Rate Declines 2.5% During 1993
- Medical Costs Rose 5.4% in 1993, Slowest Growth Rate in 20 Years
- Where Fair Play Is Earmarked for Failure
- Small Oil Spill Reported Off Ferguson Piers
- Enrollment Drops 8% at State Public Colleges, Universities
- RESTAURANT REVIEW : A Rare Taste of 'Fresh-Mex' : The surprising flavors at Chevys make the chain a better choice than most places in Mexico.
- Nation IN BRIEF : NATIONWIDE : Klan Plans Rallies Protesting King Day
- War Expands on Largest Southland Medfly Infestation : Agriculture: Malathion will be sprayed over Corona. Three-county quarantine widened to 1,461 square miles.
- Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : Informing the Neighbors of Land-Use Plans
- LOS ANGELES : LAPD Officer Charged With Rape at Gunpoint
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Program for Entrepreneurs to Be Honored
- Not Exactly a Citadel of Enlightenment : Military school's refusal to admit women is a mistaken use of tradition
- Msgr. Strange of Holy Family Cathedral Dies at 87 : Msgr. Donald Strange, rector emeritus of Holy Family Cathedral in Orange, died Thursday. He was 87.
- Pay Hike for Court Officer Delayed : Government: Judges say they want more time to study the controversial raise proposed for Sheila Gonzalez.
- Helmet Saves Young Bicyclist From Serious Injury in Collision : Accident: Huntington Beach girl is among first to benefit from new state law requiring minors to wear protective headgear while riding.
- Obituary
- SAN FERNANDO VALLEY : New Challenges Mounted to Landfill Expansion
- Rainfall 60% of Normal for Season : Weather: The outlook for January remains dry and high temperatures are expected into next week. Water reserves are adequate, experts say.
- Overtime Probe Riles Firefighters : Investigation: Westminster council instigated the D.A. inquiry into fraud charges in a bid to discredit union, official says. Council members insist probe is justified.
- Inquiry Into Taxi Firm's Insurance Coverage Begins : Transportation: Checker Cab denies any lapse in policy, a violation subject to revocation of its permit.
- WESTMINSTER : Man Is Held After Argument, Stabbing
- Mayors Unable to Agree on AQMD Representative : Politics: At monthly meeting, city leaders remain divided on whether to reelect or oust Henry W. Wedaa, who has been criticized for his strong regulatory stances.
- CAL STATE FULLERTON NOTEBOOK / SCOTT MILLER : Injuries Have Taken Big Toll on Women's Basketball Team
- Farmers Insurance
- Wilson's Plan
- Clinton and Whitewater
- Lottery for MS Drug
- Taiwan
- The 1960s
- OTHER NEWS - Jan. 14, 1994
- OTHER NEWS - Jan. 14, 1994
- HELPING HAND: Vietnamese in Orange County haven't...
- Gun Boosters' Recall Campaign May Be a Weapon for Roberti
- Out With the Old, the Awful, the Unworn; In With Stylish Freedom
- NEW VISION FOR THE OLD WORLD : U.S. Focus Shows Subtle Shift to Next Generation : Politics: While Clinton is clearly backing Yeltsin, the American is hedging his bets by rubbing shoulders with up-and-coming leaders.
- Wilson Chips Away at Threat of Taco Bell Leaving Orange County
- Yeltsin Pledges No Retreat From Economic Reforms : Russia: U.S. promises to redouble efforts to help Moscow get more international financial support.
- 4 Black Families Are Moved Into All-White Housing Project in Texas
- Reno Begins Hunt for Whitewater Counsel : Inquiry: Attorney general is informally questioning colleagues about candidates. Former U.S. attorney is under 'serious consideration.'
- Bergen Brunswig Forms Partnership With Pharmacies
- THE FANS' CHOICES
- Supplier Prices Rose at Snail's Pace in 1993 : Inflation: The news bodes well for continued stability on the retail level. Slow increases allay fears of rising interest rates.
- BALDWIN PARK: Two former Baldwin Park police...
- Vice Squad Enters the Case : Business Is Brisk--as Usual--for Those Who Count on 'Resolutioners' as Clients
- Auditor Says 2 UC Employees Misused $40,000
- Number 15 Makes a 'Shameless' Debut : After eight years and 14 romance novels, Suzanne Forster of Newport Beach branches out with a sexy commercial effort.
- PROFILE : A Crash Course on Traffic-School Instructor's Life : Cop turned teacher Lori Turner entertains as well as lectures to teach violators their lesson.
- EL SEGUNDO : Aerospace Corporation Plans More Layoffs
- This Pub Specializes in Sake
- For Teens : BUCKS : Cashing In on College Assistance
- For Teens : WHAT NOW? : Life in the Fast Lane Can Prove Costly
- Q&A; : Captain Leads Lennox Through Tough Times
- FOR THE KIDS : A Monument to Art of Play in Santa Barbara : About 4,000 volunteers pitched in to help build Kid's World, an entrancing environment for youngsters to frolic in.
- Boy Shot in Neck; Neighbor Held
- POMONA: A 14-year-old suspected gang member was...
- IFS, ANDS, BUTTS: Santa Clarita officials are...
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Smoking Ban Is Clouded in the Face of Opposition
- THOUSAND OAKS : Gas Station's 12 Flags Run Afoul of City Codes
- 2 More Enter Supervisorial Races : Politics: Madelene Arakelian is challenging Sen. Marian Bergeson. Haydee Tillotson enters a race to replace Supervisor Harriett M. Wieder.
- Power Play Pays Off as Kings Beat Whalers : Hockey: L.A. goes four for eight with Hartford short-handed. Robitaille, Gretzky each get four points in 6-4 victory.
- NFL PLAYOFFS : Wiping Out Memory of Wipeout : Raiders Keep Their Thoughts on This Week, Not 51-3 Loss Three Years Ago
- Will Buddy's Dome Become Joe's Personal House of Pain?
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Sheryl Crow Takes Off in a Bluesy Direction
- Serving Up a Winning 'Combination' : Movies: Now that Asian films have acquired a certain cachet, Tony Chan hopes his acclaimed debut feature will join the list--and open doors.
- U.S. Experts Voice Hope About Russia : Reforms: Treasury officials express optimism as hyper-inflation slows. International loans, credits and grants are cited.
- HOLLYWOOD : Mentors Guide Homeless Youths to Hope : Branch of Los Angeles Free Clinic provides medical care, counseling, job training and the confidence to succeed.
- PASADENA : City to Pick Up Discarded Trees
- Getting Runners Off the Street
- SAN PEDRO : Sheraton Hotel Sold to Indonesian Investors
- Righteous Brothers : "Anthology: 1962-1974" (1989) : <i> Rhino</i>
- SHOP TALK : Now Could Be Right Time to Buy Computer : It's a buyer's market. Competition among manufacturers is fierce and the price range between major brands has narrowed.
- Finding Forever Cotton at the Many White Sales : The closer you stick to buying goods that look plain and old-fashioned, the closer you are to being environmentally correct.
- A Primer on Correspondence Programs
- STYLE : Shoe Store Taps Into Happier Days
- Countywide : Winds, Dry Weather Trigger Fire Alert
- TORRANCE
- SIMI VALLEY : Council Toughens Anti-Graffiti Laws
- Special Counsel--Here It Comes : Whitewater heat rages as White House moves toward outside investigator
- Protest Against Mexican Government Held at Consulate
- Robings Quits Post to Run for Supervisor
- LOS ANGELES : Friedman to Back Roberti in Fighting Recall Effort
- Law Forces Schools to Offer 'Equal Access' to All Groups
- L.A., Residents Press New Challenges Over Landfill : Granada Hills: The city sues Browning-Ferris for costs of fighting dump expansion. The company's attorney says petitions prolong the controversy.
- COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Saddleback Beats Rancho Santiago
- Baseball
- Stores Are Golden Opportunity for Quiksilver : Marketing: Surf wear firm's expanded line, including children's and women's fashions, is offered in licensed Boardrider Club outlets.
- Gore's Long Highway to Success
- COVINA: A 37-year-old Diamond Bar man allegedly...
- CAST OF HUNDREDS : MYART's Production of 'Oliver!' Reflects Philosophy of the More, the Merrier
- Harvey Matofsky; Movie and TV Producer, Publicist
- BUCKS : Cashing In on College Assistance
- Pastor Moves On to a New Stage
- Grades Don't Measure Self-Worth
- FASHION : Dressing Backward Is a Trend That's Going to Press Forward : Current fads include garments with the seams protruding, producing the popular inside-out look.
- LYNWOOD : Injured Mobil Striker Settles Suit for $350,000
- Sweethearts of the Rodeo : "Rodeo Waltz" : <i> Sugar Hill</i>
- Jet Fore; Publicist in Entertainment Industry
- Shipping Out : Once the Biggest Business in Town, the Downsizing of the Navy Hits at the Very Heart--and Soul--of Long Beach
- SANTA FE SPRINGS : $65,000 Allocated for South Whittier
- LOS ANGELES : Red Cross Issues Appeal for Type O Blood Donors
- Kids, never look a gift UFO in...
- VAN NUYS : 5 Men Invade Home and Rob Occupants
- School Still Debating Gay Rights : Mores: Support group's backers and organizers take comfort in board trustees' backing, but opposing students and others say battle isn't over. Next, a beer club?
- Pay Raise Backed for Top County Court Officer : Government: The four-judge panel recommends the increase for Sheila Gonzalez, who earns $96,624, plus perks.
- CALABASAS : 60-Acre Annexation Request to Be Heard
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : 2nd Arrest Made in Fall Drive-By Killing
- Ducks Continue Blundering Here by Losing to Sharks
- Soccer Goalie Badly Injured
- Cal Lutheran Goes With Flow and Downs Occidental, 108-89
- MOTOR RACING / SHAV GLICK : They Took Honors Going Away
- TELEVISIONThat's 'Entertainment': Arthel Neville, host of the...
- There's a Downside to Celebrity
- BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : A Freeway League Victory, Revenge Is Sweet for Troy
- Margaret Honda: Giving the Gift of Insight : Art: She tells a Newport Harbor museum audience that the aim of her works is to explore the frequent chasm between perception and reality.
- Kings Turn Up the Power, Then Turn Off Whalers
- THE INFORMATION SUPERHIGHWAY : Times Mirror, Pactel Plan Venture : Communications: The service will offer home shopping and travel, entertainment and other information.
- Stake is Sold: A health care company...
- L.A. to Fund Veterans' Shelter
- BOOK REVIEW / FICTION : Seeking Spiritual Enlightenment in a Time of Violence and Despair : NOT WHERE I STARTED FROM <i> by Kate Wheeler</i> ; Houghton Mifflin, $19.95, 241 pages
- SOUTH PASADENA: Residents complained last week about...
- SOUTH PASADENA: Mary Ann Parada, 62, a...
- BEVERLY HILLS : Dealing in Volumes of Goodwill
- Pasadena to Explore Wooing of Rams : Sports: The team's announcement that it may leave Anaheim prompts an effort to lure the pro football franchise to the Rose Bowl.
- For Teens : SEEN AT SCHOOL
- RELIGION : Russian Reform Judaism Leader Joins Benefactor
- They Glide on a Wing, a Prayer--and Skates
- MTA to Consider Bid to Move Station
- LOS ANGELES : Teller Machines Planned at 4 More Police Stations
- $500,000 Fire Destroys Gardening Supply Store : Thousand Oaks: Owners see their hopes for a good year dashed by the blaze, which started in a dumpster. Arson has not been ruled out.
- Another RLA Co-Chair to Step Down : Urban renewal: Bernard Kinsey will head a new firm seeking to spur investment in the inner city.
- Putting Clothes on the Emperor : Is NATO finally serious about Sarajevo?
- NORWALK : Cable Talk-Show Host Convicted of Raping Girl
- LOS ANGELES : City to Pay $1.2 Million to Shooting Victim
- Voices of Experience : Workers From Many Walks Take Simple Message to Classroom: Stay in School
- LOS ALAMITOS : Colonel Resigns as Unit Chief of Staff
- COSTA MESA : Coffee-Cart Business Grinds to a Halt
- Countywide : Labels Seen as Posters of the Past
- IRVINE : More Charges Filed Against Fired Officer
- Jealous Boyfriend Gets Life in Prison for Attack on Man
- Cal State Fullerton's Gordon Says Scholarship Limit Is Not Racist
- Time to Erase Tape Format From Pop Repertory? : Music industry: Tower Records begins phasing out cassettes by cutting inventory and reducing orders in its 87 stores. Other retailers dispute idea that the popular format is becoming obsolete.
- Kerrigan Case: a Bizarre Twist : Figure skating: FBI probe focuses on husband and bodyguard of competitor Tonya Harding.
- Corona del Mar Football Coach Holland Quits
- Sambal Pleasures
- PASADENA : Construction Begins on PCC Parking Area
- John Bradley; Last of Marines Who Raised U.S. Flag on Iwo Jima
- A HOPEFUL ROMANTIC : In the '90s, Can Luther Vandross Get More Mileage Out of This Love Thing? You Bet!
- LA CANADA-FLINTRIDGE : New Chamber Official to Push Local Spending
- No Excuses. Justice Will <i> Not</i> Be Denied
- REWIND : A Few Climbing Films That Rise Above 'Cliffhanger' on the Reality Scale
- U.S. to Aim Missiles Away From Russia, Ukraine : Military: All three nations will target far-off seas, while Kiev will eventually dismantle its nuclear arsenal.
- Snakeboarding: It's Sidewalk Surfing for Young and Restless
- REGION : 24-Hour Helpline Seeks Volunteers to Listen
- Houston Mayor Defends Slayer
- GLENDORA: Superior Court Judge Diane Wayne ordered...
- The Battle of the Bookstores Threatens to Spread to Ojai : Ironically, Earthling Bookshops, fighting the chain store battle in Santa Barbara, is viewed as the interloper in this case.
- Blacks Urge U.S. Probe of O.C. Deputy's Death
- OC HIGH / STUDENT NEWS & VIEWS : Grunge on the Range
- Seymour Lawrence; Published 4 Nobel Laureates
- Paramount Board Still Backs QVC : Mergers: Directors say Viacom's revised offer won't change recommendation to shareholders.
- Listings Agreement: Several regional multiple-listing services for...
- COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
- Tandy Will Add Stores, Increase Work Force by 3,600 : Growth: The nation's largest electronics retailer will open 30 new outlets as it continues its aggressive strategy to expand.
- COMMUNITY COLLEGESIf he had his druthers, Long...
- ENTERTAINMENT : Exhibition to Benefit Athletics at UCSB : Harlem Globetrotters will pay a visit to campus Wednesday. Power forward Kelvin (Special K) Hildreth talks about the team.
- Learning to Say Goodby : Families: Single parents with AIDS face the wrenching reality of preparing their children for a future without them. Four discuss the painful choices they must make.
- Neo-Nazi Attack on Disabled Girl Recalls WWII Terrorism
- Bond Yields Drop; Dow Declines 1.68
- Jastrem, Waugaman Given Top Spots at Acme Holdings
- Hughes Wins $66-Million Extension of Navy Contract : Defense: Company will supply data display equipment for warships. No new jobs are likely.
- Bradley N. Garber has become a partner...
- Knott's Gots Lots to Do at Its California Marketplace, Too
- HEALTH : Nearing the End of Flu Season
- A Climber's Peek at Views From the Top
- COMPTON : Federal Money Makes Friends of Old Rivals
- Rita Long Barrett; Ex-President of Museum Costume Council
- Dedication Jan. 21 for School Classrooms : EL SEGUNDO : Dedication to Be Held for School Classrooms
- WEST HOLLYWOOD : Forums Set on Renovations for Parks
- PERSPECTIVES ON OPENING NATO MEMBERSHIP : Yes: Don't Abandon Eastern Europe--Again : The bonds of security, economics and political interests tie East and West, but the communist specter still lurks.
- POINT MUGU : Gay Worker Will Return to Naval Base
- CANOGA PARK, WEST HILLS : 2 Chambers of Commerce Merge
- OJAI : Negligence Claim Is Rejected in Death
- The Real Story is Cooperative Couples : Bobbitts: This story made news because it was bizarre; the norm is more Bill and Hillary than John and Lorena.
- Collared! : Dognap Suspect Arrested, Terrier Rescued
- SUN VALLEY : Renovations Planned to Reopen City Pool
- Jury Rejects Claims of 2 That Michael Jackson Stole Songs
- ELECTION-YEAR WATCH : Good Try, but . . .
- J.F. Williams Sharp in Victory Over Scherando
- Carlton Gets Top Honor : Baseball: He is voted into Hall of Fame on first try while Sutton misses by wide margin. Cepeda barely falls short in last year of eligibility.
- Clippers Find No Quarter in Philadelphia : Pro basketball: They fall to 76ers, 117-98, as losing streak hits seven. Newly acquired Ellis has team-high 23 points.
- A Cool Ride Followed a Cold Game
- CLUB REVIEW : At Swingers, the Jukebox Keeps the Joint Jumpin'
- JAZZ REVIEW : Benny Green Shows His Versatility at Catalina's : The pianist's trio mixes technique and gentle lyricism in a superb set.
- SKIING / CHRIS DUFRESNE : Lack of Snow Is Leaving Some Resort Owners Out in the Cold
- Activists Want All Americans to Be Touched By King Day : Group pushes community service as a way to give holiday more recognition.
- Sea Change
- Farmers Defy Order to Protect Birds From Death in Toxic Ponds
- ARCADIA: Five juveniles ages 12 to 15...
- They Helped Families Salvage Treasures From the Ashes : Fire aftermath: Volunteers search home sites, recovering more than $20,000 worth of jewelry. Their only reward is the smiles of thankful beneficiaries.
- Savo M. Stoshitch; Architect of Restaurants, Public Buildings
- TORRANCE : Injured Mobil Striker Settles Suit for $350,000
- Mother Will Face Trial on Bribery Charges in Sons' Cases : Courts: Buena Park woman allegedly offered money and jewelry in exchange for silence of two witnesses to gang robberies. One changed testimony, prosecutors say.
- Newport Beach / Costa Mesa : Schools, Bank Settle Negligence Lawsuit
- Phelps: A Winery Makeover
- Multicultural Medicine : Patients want doctors and nurses who speak their language--and know their fears. Hospitals try to keep pace by providing everything from sushi and salsa to CPR seminars in Spanish.
- Barnyard Be-Bop : Spacey Rooster Ra Sound Reflects the Eclectic Trio's Diverse Influences
- Cal State Fullerton Teacher Hopes His 'Urban Outhouse' Takes Privy Discussion Public
- OC HIGH / STUDENT NEWS & VIEWS : Laying Down the Law : Mock Trial Programs Allow Students to Get Training in a Courtroom Setting as They Present a Criminal Case
- Rhythm Rangers Is a Band With Plenty of Power : High-energy rockabilly and R&B; group will record a live album during a gig at Maxie's.
- Changeover : Turning From Tennis--and Notre Dame--Marcaccini No. 3 Starts Anew at Crespi
- WOMEN'S BASKETBALL : USC to Play Host to Washington
- PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP : Corona del Mar, Saddleback Frustrated After Settling for Tie
- THEATER REVIEW : 'Murder on Nile' Coasts on Conversation : Westminster Community's well-dressed cast makes the talk work in Agatha Christie's character play, but the production is barren.
- Sharks Have the Key to Beating the Ducks
- BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
- Open Enrollment, Close Doors? : Legislation: New law could create district super teams, denying some students a chance to play.
- Ducks Are Not So Mighty Against Sharks : Hockey: They are 0-5 against San Jose after latest loss, 5-2. Troubles at home continue.
- JAUNTS : Migration of Whales Presents a Sight That Isn't Easy to Forget : This is the season when they pass the Channel Islands on the way to Baja California.
- Officials in China Ordered to Stop Withholding Teachers' Wages : Education: Local authorities have been diverting salaries, in some cases for a year. The money often goes to get-rich-quick schemes.
- MONROVIA : Mayor Lauds Wilson on Revenue Shift
- Supreme Court Stays Woman's Going to Citadel
- Teddy Jane Binion, Matriarch of Family That Founded Vegas Club
- LONG BEACH : Kellogg's Call to Arms Gets Guarded Response
- O'Neill's Book Tells the Way It Was
- GLENDALE : Chamber Drops Plan for 2nd GlenFest
- OUT AND ABOUT : Coffeehouse Is Not the Usual Grind
- Potential Jurors for Piroli Trial Quizzed : Court: Judge's questioning in the embezzlement case focuses on feelings about the credibility of priests.
- LAGUNA NIGUEL : City Thinks of Ways to Protect Its Coffers
- BRIEFLY : Environment: National Parks Guide Available
- Officials Say Spill Cleanup 95% Over : Oxnard: McGrath Lake is blue again and birds have returned to swim in the water.
- 3 to Be Tried as Adults in Woods Slaying : Courts: Judge cites the 'senseless' nature of Oct. 15 attack on youth at San Clemente beach, orders 17-year-olds to face assault, murder charges. A fourth juvenile suspect faces a similar hearing today.
- Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Man to Stand Trial in Deaths of 2 Women : Lancaster: Judge orders Homer Tyrone Lewis to face murder charges. Witness testifies he threatened one victim just hours before killing.
- ROUNDUP : Fourth-Quarter Rally Brings Bell-Jeff a Point Short
- Chapman's Currey Upbeat on Change