- COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Cal State Fullerton Upsets Brown in Soccer
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Springsteen: Through a Set Darkly : The rocker sings two songs from his upcoming album. Emmylou Harris, Chryssie Hynde and the Pretenders contribute memorable moments to Neil Young's Bridge School concert.
- ALBUM REVIEWS : FU MANCHU: "Daredevil", <i> Bong Load Records</i>
- Bookstores Hit Best-Seller List : Outlets Grow in Size, Number in O.C.
- Ghosts, Goblins and Scary Politicians : Halloween: This is a holiday made for pretenders, but haven't voters already figured out what's behind the Washington masks?
- DANCE REVIEW : Iyengar Offers Two Works in Her Thesis Presentation
- 3 Comedic Veterans Weave 'Triangle'
- WEEKEND REVIEWS : Jazz : Freelon Showcases Her Vast Potential
- BW/IP Chooses a New President and Chief Executive
- BANKING
- Subway Fire Kills 289 in Azerbaijan : Disaster: Gases trapped in poorly maintained tunnel explode, spewing fumes and smoke. Faulty Soviet-era equipment is blamed for accident in Baku, the capital of newly independent republic.
- 100 Killed as Storm Rakes Philippines
- FOCUS: Orange County Focus is dedicated on Monday to analysis of community news, a look at what's ahead and the voices of local people. : PERSPECTIVE : Cities Stuck With Removing Decals Pasted to Signs
- Pedregon's Funny Car Is Funnier Than Most : Motor sports: Driver bolts Batmobile body on his machine, then suffers another problem and is beaten by Al Hofmann in NHRA finals.
- Working Both Sides of Strip : Boxing: Thanks to stubborn promoters, Las Vegas will have a heavyweight Saturday night like no other, with two major bouts.
- Buster's Last Stand : Thirty-One Years and Half a Million Starts Later, NHRA's Couch Has Hit the Button for the Final Time
- Croats Vote for Parliament Amid Fears of a New War : Election: Big victory is expected for the president's nationalist party. Talks on Eastern Slavonia fail.
- Many Drivers Fail to Be Upfront With License Plates
- Oilers in Control Against Buccaneers
- A Crossover Success : Halloween: Some say West Hollywood's parade, originally a gay and lesbian event, is becoming a victim of its popularity. Often, 'looky-loos' outnumber costumed participants.
- Coach 'Disappointed' After Ice Dogs Lose, 4-2, to Utah
- L.A. Benched / Week 9 : Now Charity Begins Her Week at Home
- TV REVIEWS : An Animated Autobiography
- AUSTRALIA
- Accepting Loss on Your Investments Could Be a Capital Idea Right Now
- Comcast to Buy Scripps Cable Television Unit : Media: $1.6-billion acquisition would make the firm the third-largest U.S. cable operator.
- Washington May Face Rights Test in U.S. Firm's Indonesian Operations
- Scared to Death, With Peace of Mind
- FOCUS: Orange County Focus is dedicated on Monday to analysis of community news, a look at what's ahead and the voices of local people. : IN PERSON : Performing a Duty to Teach the Arts : Ralph Opacic Says Teens Lack a Vital Outlet
- Does Changing 'Scarlet' Make for a Red-Letter Day? : Revisionist Joffe Takes Moral Low Ground
- 7 Arrested at UC Irvine Hunger Strike : Protest: Five of those held were in their 13th day of fasting over the dismantling of affirmative action. Officers move in after the students disobey an order to abandon camp.
- PERSPECTIVE ON POLLUTION : Nasty Plans for Our Drinking Water : San Joaquin Valley agribusiness wants to reopen a sluice of toxic waste leading to the California Aqueduct.
- Science File / An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment : Scientists Grow Artificial Ear on Backs of Laboratory Mice
- Panthers Win Third in a Row : Interconference: Carolina's 20-17 victory sets NFL record for expansion team, with New England the latest victim.
- On the Defensive : New Strategy Helps Dana Hills Climb Back on Top
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- So Who <i> Are</i> Those Unwed Mothers? : Studies: A report shatters some stereotypes. In 1993, 60% of births outside marriage were to whites. A majority of unwed moms were older than 20.
- Nation IN BRIEF : TEXAS : Crew Gets Shuttle Ready for Landing
- Dependence on Employer Leaves Many Uncovered : Benefits: Of the uninsured in L.A. County, four out of five are workers or their dependents. 'Small business is getting a free ride,' one critic says.
- Trail Gazer : Amateur Newcomer to Astronomy Discovers Potentially Spectacular Comet : SCIENCE FILE / An explosion of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment
- PLO Urges Calm After Slaying of Jihad Leader
- La Habra's Ediger Commits to Duke
- Two Colorful Portraits From Les Blank
- Nation IN BRIEF : NATIONWIDE : Big Charities See Boost in Donations
- Reading This Will Make You Want to Yawn--Guaranteed
- A Critical Eye : In the hands of Gore Vidal, a pen is a sword. And he points it at the high and mighty who have crossed his path--and a public lured by TV.
- Brothers, 12 and 14, Killed in Compton : Violence: Gunshots erupt as a car chases their vehicle after a party. Investigators say they have few leads.
- Simi Teachers Threaten Strike Amid Impasse in Negotiations : Education: Union plans to file labor charges against the district, allowing a vote on a walkout. Superintendent still hopes for settlement.
- OXNARD : Bicyclist Riding in Traffic Hit by 2 Cars
- SCIENCE FILE / An explosion of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment
- Forgive and Forget? Not Very Likely
- Is the End in Sight for Bosnian Agony? : Setting the stage for the contentious peacekeeping question
- Fuller Returns to Help Eagles Flex Their Defensive Muscles
- JAPAN
- SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ENTERPRISE : Frankly Ambitious : Square H Brands Wants to Make Hoffy a Top Dog
- NEWS ANALYSIS : Black Attitudes Shift Away From Goal of Inclusion : Race: Increasing numbers distance themselves from white America. Frustration, indignities spur reassessment.
- COMMITMENTS : Cleaning House : Have a chat with your home. Seriously. At least one author believes that role playing leads to self-enlightenment.
- NO MORE PUMPKINS: After four hectic weekends,...
- Self-Financed Candidacies Draw Watchdogs' Scrutiny : Politics: Wealthy say their cash provides independence from special interests. But does the trend put leadership posts up for auction?
- Nebraska Moves Up, Now No. 1
- Lions Turn Things Around to Defeat Packers
- WORLD SPORTS SCENE : Romania Still Holds Edge in Gymnastics
- MOVIE REVIEW : Grotesquerie Is Merely a Sideshow in 'Freaks'
- Southland
- NBA : Clippers Defeat Suns in Exhibition Finale
- SOCCER / GRAHAME L. JONES : Brazilian Pipeline Feeding Japan Bypasses U.S.
- A Look at Marriage That Deepens With Each Song : Theater review: 'Company' returns to Broadway with its examination of the pain of commitment--and worse, the pain of no commitment at all.
- JAPAN
- Christopher Urges Arabs to End Boycott of Israel : Mideast: At regional conference, secretary of state adds that prosperity hinges on Syrian, Lebanese peace moves.
- NEWS ANALYSIS : Embattled Ex-President Joins Ranks of South Korea's Tarnished Leaders
- Rally Urges Action in Wake of 'Million Man March' : Activism: African Americans seek to harness the spirit of the Washington gathering as 50 nonprofit groups sign up volunteers.
- Blaze Guts Huntington Bar and Grill
- Agenda: Issues Coming Up
- Community Effort Pays Off at Newly Built Park : Beautification: Once a littered lot, the Ventura Avenue Green Plaza has quickly brought pride and stability to neighborhood, organizers say.
- Atlanta Can Leave Legion of Gloom
- Leeson Singapore Bound
- Senate Leaders See Room for Budget Deal : Congress: Both parties voice willingness to reach agreement acceptable to White House. But they also say they plan to stand firm on key issues.
- Icing Flames Fires Up Ducks : Hockey: Carnback and Van Allen find their confidence when they combine for three goals and an assist in 7-2 rout.
- Pro Football Spotlight
- Tropical Storm Tanya Is Now a Hurricane
- BOOK REVIEW / FICTION : Revealing the True Voices Underneath the Suffering : THE HUNDRED SECRET SENSES <i> by Amy Tan</i> ; Putnam; $24.95, 358 pages
- 1 Killed, 2 Hurt in Crash After Halloween Party
- Synthetic Membrane Prevents Abdominal Scars, Study Finds : Science File / An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment
- It's Not Pretty, but Giants Take It
- Santa Barbara Gives UCI the Hook : Soccer: Anteater women lose, 4-3, in overtime after Gauchos score in 101st minute. UCI's playoff hopes dealt a severe blow.
- OPERA REVIEW : 'La Cenerentola' Is Exhumed in S.F.
- 3 Comedic Veterans Weave 'Triangle' : Theater Review: The artful timing of seasoned pros Beatrice Arthur, Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna breathes vitality into predictable jokes.
- These Policemen Are Pounding the Wrong Beat
- Barings May Be Gone, but the Story Isn't Over : Singapore: Bank's collapse leaves a legacy of continuing inquiries, fears for other firms, even plans for a movie.
- Expect a Big Drop in Savings Bond Rates
- SCIENCE FILE / An explosion of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment
- Getting Goosebumps : Popularity of Scary Stories Pleases Some, Perturbs Others
- ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : When the DMV Goofs, We All Pay
- Darden Rejects Assertions That Verdicts Were Based on Race
- Cardinal's Prayer Answered, 20-14 : Interconference: Lynch returns an interception 72 yards in overtime for a victory over the Seahawks.
- Pro Football Spotlight
- TV REVIEWS : 'High Society': High-Volume Sitcom Starring Jean Smart
- Weekend Reviews : Dance : Capturing the Painful Past, Hopeful Future
- Does Changing 'Scarlet' Make for a Red-Letter Day? : Alterations Made Film Better Than Book
- 'Overcharged,' Says This Light Brigade : Activism: Garden Grove was billed too much for electricity, pair proves.
- THOUSAND OAKS : Planners May Vote on Church's Project
- Irvine Fertility Doctor Is the Life of the Party : Celebration: At the annual picnic outside his office, parents heap praise on Lawrence Werlin, the man they thank for their children.
- Hoppyland--The Time the Good Guy Lost
- Arnold Can Have Army, Not Recruit
- TENNIS / JULIE CART : Seles Getting More Out of Her Life Lately
- White House Lashes Out at Telecom Bill : Legislation: Clinton's letter to Senate ally is strongest indication yet that his objections to reform proposals run deep.
- 70 Reported Killed in Sri Lanka Fighting
- Checks Stolen From Bank Used for Cars : Crime: Costa Mesa's Craig Reese is among victims of swindlers who offered pilfered cashier's checks to buy Honda Accords from Southland sellers.
- Valleywide : Showers Fade; No More Rain Expected
- 2 Resignations Put District at Center of Controversy : Ojai Valley: Popular principal who says he was ousted wants his job back now that superintendent is leaving. But the school board isn't putting out the welcome mat.
- Splash Will Try to Stand Pat : Soccer: Retaining personnel will be more difficult now that the outdoor game is on the horizon and in need of players.
- Colts Able to Stop Late Jet Drive, 17-10
- Employers May Put Some Limits on Vacation Accrual
- Orange County
- For Group of Divers, It's Dances With Sea Lions : Adventure: Snorkelers swim with marine mammals off Santa Barbara Island to learn about the quarter-ton creatures face to face.
- Woman Who Tried to Break Into Prison Held
- Mayfair Shoots Par and Wins By Three
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Rollicking Rocket at Whisky
- Stephen Prutsman will replace Anatol Ugorski for...
- CHEMICALS
- TOO MUCH: About 55,000 new books are...
- Agoura Hills : Dial-a-Ride Program Expands Service Route
- The Calm Before the Crime Wave Storm : Homicides: The rate will soar as baby boomers' children reach teenhood. We can invest in them now or build prisons later.
- Police Shoot Holdup Suspect in Huntington
- OAK TREE : Another Surprise Winner for Stute
- ALBUM REVIEWS : 'Buterite' Means Quality From the Big Enjoyers : BIG ENJOYERS: "Buterite", <i> Neabuzz</i>
- Not Enough Room for Bus, Crash Probe Finds
- LAUGH LINES : Punchlines
- N.C. Inmates, Upset by Move to Tennessee, Riot
- On Eve of Vote, Quebec Camps Rally Supporters
- OXNARD : Rewards Offered in Teen's Death
- Man Dies in Apparent Gang Dispute
- CHANNEL ISLANDS HARBOR : Pumpkin Festival Draws Crowd of 1500
- Personal Policing : In San Clemente Neighborhood, Deputies Try Door-to-Door Tactic
- Fullerton Man Arrested After Accident Injures 7
- NHL ROUNDUP : On Richter's Scale, This One's a 10
- December Reopening of Celebrity Theatre Expected : Music: A 10-year lease is signed for the Anaheim venue, which will have a new name.
- Tanya Now a Hurricane but Poses No Threat
- Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Buchanan Issues Warning on Powell
- Light Brigade : Retirees Find Utility Overcharged Garden Grove, Caltrans for Electricity
- Researchers Report AIDS Virus Is Infectious Despite Antibodies : Science File / An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment
- Northridge : Professors to Discuss Women's Conference
- Downsizing County-USC Makes Sense : Money is the crux; federal seed money will help replace a hospital critical for the poor
- SCIENCE FILE / An explosion of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment
- Zeier Works Overtime in First Start and Wins
- Ducks Defeat Flames, Ease Wilson's Mind : Hockey: Coach gets contract extension, then team turns five-goal first period into 7-2 victory.
- Pro Football Spotlight
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Intensity, Inspiration: Reznor and Bowie Together
- COLUMN ONE : When Cat Fancy Goes Too Far : One woman had 200 felines; another wanted to renovate a guest house for hers. 'Cat ladies' see it as love, but experts say it's an obsession that hurts both the owner and the animals.
- Officials Call for Overhaul of Slum Program
- Christian Group Adds Budget Items to Agenda
- This Time, Jaguars Look Like Expansion Team
- THEATER REVIEW : Cold-Blooded 'Dracula' Is All in the Head
- Digging for Dollars : Recycling Trash Is One of South-Central L.A.'s Few Growth Industries
- 49ers Really Hurting After Loss to Saints : NFC: Jones, Floyd might be out for the season because of knee injuries. Rice sets the receiving yardage record.
- WEEKEND REVIEW : Dance : 'Nine Songs' an Epic Look at Cycles of Suffering
- Cyber Promise
- NEWS ANALYSIS : U.S. Sets Single Goal for Bosnia Talks: War's End : Diplomacy: Proposed settlement appears to reward Serb aggression. Officials argue it's only practical option.
- Foreign Aid Cuts Draw Blood at Home : Pending reductions would cost California enormously in business and jobs
- An Introduction to Opening Lines of Communication
- Deion Back in Saddle Again : Pro football: Sanders makes an electrifying Cowboy debut on offense and defense in 28-13 victory over the Falcons.
- Classic Winner Cigar Had Illegal Shoes, Frankel Says
- Marino Gets Some Help From His Friends : AFC: Quarterback returns, but the Dolphins make better use of a ground game in a 23-6 victory over the Bills.
- MOVIESTall Order: "Get Shorty" got first place...
- Zedillo Signs Business, Labor Accord : Mexico: Pact controls prices and wages, provides job-creation incentives. Analysts say it should aid country's ailing financial markets.
- JAPAN
- Gun Shop Linked to Ambush Had Been Closed for Violations
- UCI Police Close Camp, Arrest Hunger Strikers : Protest: Five on liquids-only fast are cited, released. They plan to take affirmative action concerns to regents.
- Toddler Crushed Under Wheels of Family Car
- Pro Football Spotlight
- Studio City : Volunteers Honored as Family Friends
- BASEBALL / ROSS NEWHAN : Braves to Keep Winning Formula
- Recycling Program Just Isn't Working
- China, Cuba at U.N. Celebration
- Some College Projects Not Worth Tax Money
- Teaching History
- COUNTERPUNCH LETTERS
- COUNTERPUNCH LETTERS : How 'Mr. Magoo' Came Into Existence
- Why Not Legalize the Oldest Profession?
- Cochran and Simpson
- Not So Pleased With the Postal Service
- Benefit Cuts
- First Interstate Takeover Attempt
- Los Angeles County - News from Oct. 30, 1995
- Los Angeles County - News from Oct. 30, 1995
- Obituaries - Oct. 30, 1995
- Notes on a Scorecard - Oct. 30, 1995
- Many in Middle Class Turn to County for Medical Help : Care: Even among the employed, lack of insurance is a problem. As firms cut benefits, pressure on system worsens.
- Code Violations Briefly Close Haunted House : Halloween: Creators of neighborhood attraction comply with officials by taking down the maze in driveway, reducing noise and dropping admission fees.
- NEW HAUNTS: More families than ever are...
- 1 City, 1 Hotel, 1 Peaceful Trip
- The parent's annual fall question: Since I...
- FICTION
- Safety First
- Clinton Warns GOP to 'Back Off ' From Cuts : Budget: Setting the stage for a veto, President says he'd rather default on U.S. debts than accept plans to cut Medicare growth, other programs.
- The Probable Jesse James Is Reburied
- Air Canada Offers Vancouver Flights
- A Little Comment Can Reveal A Lot
- Environmentalists Protest France's Nuclear Testing
- Class Teaches New York Singles Art of Flirting
- Russia-Watchers Still in the Dark on Yeltsin's Health
- Soldier Battles Disrespect for Old Glory : Military: Sgt. Maj. David Faiello is cracking down on those who disregard flag-lowering ceremony at Maryland base. His efforts are drawing some fire.
- Gap Between Rich, Poor Is Biggest in U.S., Study of 17 Wealthy Nations Finds
- Retro : Creating New Munsters
- Laguna Playhouse Sets Stage for New Role : Theater: Institution marks 75 years of history with a bold move forward.
- New 2-Day Weekend Has Chinese Packing
- VENTURA : Residents to Celebrate Opening of Park
- Offerings for the Departed : Celebration Honors Dead With Gifts and Prayers
- Home Brew : A Growing Trend Among Beer Aficionados and Novices Alike
- Muster Slows Sampras' Rise to Top of World
- Moorpark Fattens Up on Harbor
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL : Irish Finally Get Their Revenge : Nonconference: Notre Dame defeats Boston College for the first time in three games.
- SMALL FACES: Former N.W.A. member Yella is...
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP
- THEATER : Fame's Funny Foibles : From English royalty to Mafioso, 'Loose Lips' spews forth a wicked collection of transgressions from tape and testimony.
- ALBUM REVIEWS : A Heartfelt Homage to Coltrane
- Quebec Steps Up to Ponder a Great Divide : Canada: Debate is heated before province's Monday vote on secession.
- GOP Budget Plans Would Put Burden on the Poor : Congress: Republicans agree the needy will be the hardest hit. But they say spiraling costs must be brought under control.
- Dow Chemical to Pay $3.9 Million in Implant Case
- The Highs and Lows of Being Blanche
- Hunger Strike Continues as UC Irvine Deadline Passes
- CODE BLUE The Crisis in Los Angels County Health Care : 778,105 Immunizations in a Year
- Four-Star Films : 'Death In Venice'
- Sharing of Anti-Terrorist Building Tips Urged
- More Women Sought to Lay a Foundation as Bricklayers : Labor: U.S. is trying to break down a wall that has kept them out of the 'trowel trades.' Experts say the hurdle isn't attracting females, it's keeping them once they start.
- Energy Use Standards Under Attack : Any weakening of rules by Congress could injure both consumer and national interests
- Personal Perspective : The Americanization of Sarajevo's Angst
- ELECTIONS : COUNTY INITIATIVES : Pushers Make Name for Themselves
- A Solution to Poaching of Recyclables : Off-duty LAPD officers, paid out of program coffers, could crack down on big-time thieves
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL : Major Mistakes by Miners Help Aztecs Win Big
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP
- SECOND OPINIONS : Making Tolerance a Part of the Curriculum : A program to teach about prejudice and improve relationships needs the support of officials, parents and the community to be successful.
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : SANTA FE LEAGUE
- Obituary : Riley Spencer; Longtime Moorpark Grocer
- In Brief
- OPERA : Facing the Music : A decade ago, Peter Hemmings took on the task of making major-league opera work in Los Angeles. So what if the money is scarce and there isn't even a full-time opera house to call home?
- Selena Sales Soar
- UCI, Protesters Ignore Deadline : Activism: As hunger strike enters its 13th day, one student is seriously ailing. Officials won't discuss options.
- PREP FOOTBALL / CENTURY LEAGUE : Santa Ana Valley Moves Closer to the Playoffs With Victory
- JC FOOTBALL ROUNDUP
- PREP FOOTBALL / OLYMPIC LEAGUE : Orange Lutheran Stops Calvary Chapel, 35-21
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL : SOUTHLAND ROUNDUP : Matadors End Losing Streak
- WORLD SERIES: ATLANTA BRAVES vs. CLEVELAND INDIANS : Stifled Indians Can Only Sit and Tip Their Caps to Glavine : Baseball: Cleveland batted only .179, eighth-lowest in Series history.
- JC FOOTBALL ROUNDUP
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL : Nebraska Makes a Case for No. 1 Spot Against Colorado : Big Eight: Frazier lifts second-ranked Cornhuskers over No. 7 Buffaloes, 44-21.
- POP MUSIC : Who'll Wear the Mantle of the Dead? : The scene looks familiar, but those aren't Deadheads--they're Phish Heads and fans of other jam-happy bands proudly embracing the Dead's legacy of musical improvisation and free-spirited community.
- ART : A Career Begins to Click : Photographer Anthony Hernandez survived gangs, Vietnam and two decades of struggle to win wide recognition for his work.
- Call It Courage
- It's Not Easy Being Green : An alternate history of the Wicked Witch of the West : WICKED: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, <i> By Gregory Maguire (ReganBooks/HarperCollins: $24; 406 pp.)</i>
- A Collector of Lost Souls : HOW TO READ AN UNWRITTEN LANGUAGE, <i> By Philip Graham (Scribner: $21; 256 pp.)</i>
- Festivals, Feasts & Fairs
- Simpson Case Fallout Hits O.C. Criminalists
- SOCIAL CLIMES : It's for Real--Elvis Is Indeed Dead
- S. Korea's Kim Accused of Taking Payoffs, Keeps Mum : Asia: President sets meetin with party leaders on predecessor's confession that he amassed enormous slush fund. Scandal widens.
- Powell Could Top GOP Field, Poll Says
- A View From the Top of the Food-Chain : IN A DARK WOOD, <i> By Alston Chase (Houghton Mifflin: $29.95; 535 pp.)</i>
- Double-Checking Library System Books : Cities Might Be Wise to Wait for County Study Before Branching Out on Their Own
- Ice Dogs Trade McDonough, Lose to Spiders in Shootout
- Dafoe's 56 Saves Aren't Enough to Keep Kings Happy in 2-2 Tie : Hockey: Petit complains about late penalty that leads to tying goal by Maple Leafs.
- PREP FOOTBALL / ARROWHEAD LEAGUE : Anza Hamilton Pounds Southern California Christian
- PERFORMING ARTS : Peace, Love--and Dance : Chuck Davis believes there's hope for this world, and that the nationwide tour of DanceAfrica is part of the solution.
- CHECKING IN WITH . . . DWIGHT YOAKAM : The Outsider Gets Personal
- Fall Ball in Van Nuys Has It All--and It's Free : Concert: More than 10,000 fans of '80s rock music enjoy a city park and the opportunity to do their own thing.
- PREP FOOTBALL / OLYMPIC LEAGUE : Priestley, Brethren Christian Roll Past Ontario Christian
- THE COLLEGES : Saddleback Wins in Water Polo
- THE COLLEGES : COLLEGE CROSS-COUNTRY / BIG WEST CHAMPIONSHIPS : UCI Women's Team Wins Conference Title Going Away
- THE COLLEGES : Chapman Takes Its Time Before Routing Redlands
- Brothers on the Beat : Huntington Beach Man Becomes Third to Join Dad in Law Enforcement
- Bruins Get Bears Off Their Back : UCLA: Abdul-Jabbar (217 yards) helps team end five-game losing streak against Cal, 33-16.
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL SPOTLIGHT
- COVER STORY : His Silents Are Golden : Buster Keaton's name, like the laughter that his classic films evoke, reverberates around the world on the 100th anniversary of his birth.
- Hearse Castle : For the Count and Countess Von Dreck, Every Day Is Halloween
- Beached Fishermen Land New Jobs Ashore
- Dispute Leads to Double Stabbing
- Seal Beach Naval Facility Shares Some of Its Secrets : Military: The weapons station lets down its guard so 10,000 visitors can take a tour.
- Katella Strip Rezoned for Commercial Use
- Chechen Rebels Free Russian Soldiers
- Unabomber Will Kill Again, Says Ex-FBI Agent in Intriguing Profile : Crime: John Douglas sees the culprit as a meticulous underachiever in his late 30s or 40s, smart and relatively anti-social.
- Fear of Flying With Only a Right Wing : Liberals must define what they stand for or risk losing gains of the last 50 years.
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL : Pinch Northwestern, Bowl Bid in Its Grasp : Big Ten: Autry has ninth 100-yard game in a row and scores winning touchdown.
- WORLD SERIES: ATLANTA BRAVES vs. CLEVELAND INDIANS : 20 Reasons Cited Why Baseball Is Still Ailing
- GOLF / TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP : Mayfair Keeps Lead With 25-Foot Par Putt
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : Czernek, Tough Defense the Right Mix for Newbury Park, 46-8
- Simi Valley's Hansen Goes Extra Mile to Win Three-Quarter Midget Title
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : EIGHT-MAN
- THE COLLEGES : COMMUNITY COLLEGE CROSS-COUNTRY / SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL : Rancho Santiago Leading the Pack After Victory
- HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP : ALPHA LEAGUE
- HOME BASS: First Elastica's bassist, Annie Holland,...
- Bataan Survivor Seeks Compensation : San Diego: Leon Beck escaped during '42 death march and waged guerrilla war on Japanese troops. U.S. paid his salary, but he also wants it to cover his rations and shelter.
- THE NATION / POLITICS : The Poor, Not New Deal, Are GOP's Real Target
- Ventura Man Killed When Amtrak Train Slams Into Him
- Romancing the Raptor : The Dino Finally gets Heroine Status : THE LOST WORLD, <i> By Michael Crichton (Alfred A. Knopf: $25.95; 393 pp.)</i> : RAPTOR RED, <i> By Robert T. Bakker (Bantam: $21.95; 246 pp.)</i>
- Fast Food, Russian Style
- ARTISTIC LICENSE : The DMV Handbook Could Benefit From Being Just a Bit Racier
- A Historic House at Mere 48 Years Old : Suburbia: It was among first built on Long Island by William J. Levitt, who provided 'mass housing for the masses.' The landmark has its original pine tree.
- Channeling : With An Eye On. . . : Ming-Na Wen uses the power of persuasion to land on 'The Single Guy'
- Israel Courts Arab Business Partners--Gingerly : Mideast: Delegation to economic conference in Jordan will stress that Jewish state does not seek to dominate the region.
- Romanians Get Music--and Hard News--From Radio
- In Other Words : O.C.'s Wycliffe Bible Translators Approaches Its Global Work With a Missionary Zeal
- Bank Fire Causes $350,000 Damage