- Notes on a Scorecard - June 6, 1995
- Obituaries - June 6, 1995
- Obituaries - June 6, 1995
- Orange County Can Sell Bonds to Repay Debt, Courts Rule
- Ito Ousts 2 More Simpson Jurors; 2 Alternates Left : Trial: A woman accused of passing a note and a man she said intimidated her are dismissed. An emergency appeal by the defense to keep the male panelist is denied.
- NEXT STEP : Can Zedillo Keep the PRI From . . . : FALLING APART? : The president's reforms threaten the way Mexico's ruling party does business.
- Voting Today in 2 Cities
- RAMBO'S READERS: If you're homeless, finding a...
- Davis Keeps Everyone Hanging on Stadium : Raiders: He is believed to be asking NFL for financial guarantees, while still contemplating a return to Oakland.
- FAMILY MATTERS: Owning your own business is...
- THE ASSEMBLY'S NEW SPEAKER : Conservatives Vow Allen Recall Effort : Politics: She is labeled a traitor by one Republican leader but grounds for party punishment are unclear.
- New Theft Allegation in UCI Fertility Case : Scandal: O.C. couple are second to contend that stolen eggs and sperm were used to impregnate another woman.
- Release of U.N. Troops in Bosnia Appears Likely
- THE ASSEMBLY'S NEW SPEAKER : Conservatives Vow Allen Recall Effort : Republicans: She is labeled a traitor by one GOP leader but grounds for party punishment are unclear. The governor's office issues a cautious statement.
- Second Couple Plan to Sue UC, Doctors in Fertility Case
- GOP's Allen Elected Speaker by Democrats : Assembly: First woman in post is shunned by her own party. She appoints Brown as Speaker emeritus.
- County Gets OK to Issue Insured Bonds : Bankruptcy: Proceeds will be used to redeem $236 million in recovery warrants given to schools and others. Court ruling means lower interest costs.
- 2 Victims in Roadway Tragedies Laid to Rest
- BANKING & FINANCE - June 6, 1995
- California Has a Lot Riding on Auto Dispute : Trade: Japan-backed alliance claims tariffs could cost state thousands of jobs. Others argue sanctions could be a boon.
- Health Horizons : Physician Assistant: A New Hot Job : A 34% growth rate is projected for PAs, who can deliver much of primary care to patients.
- Christopher Joins Aristide at Haiti Police Graduation
- Relief for Backed-Up Off-Ramp Is Still a Long Way Off
- Sitters Meet Troubled Kids' Needs : Families: A new program called Respite Care for Parents matches specially trained people with the severely emotionally disturbed.
- Drop the Fiction of 'Safe Schools' : Community Comment: As the state curriculum is overhauled, add a moral component to stem violence.
- SOCCER / FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP : It's No Surprise: This Time, U.S. Is Favored
- Cosell Always Said to Tell It Like It Is
- Man Kills Girlfriend, Shoots Self as Son Watches, Officers Say
- Israeli Leaders Brace for Crucial Week of Diplomacy : Mideast: Christopher, Germany's Kohl among officials to join Rabin in effort to advance peace process.
- China's Richest Area Practices Politics of Silence
- Health Horizons : A Career With Sticking Power : After thousands of years as a key component of Asian medicine, acupunture is now a growing field of practice in the West. California has 11 licensed schools.
- OXNARD : City May Lower Fees for Arcade Operators
- BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Williams Has Surgery, Chimelis Steps In
- BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Prince Goes on Disabled List
- Fire Dept. Seeks to Recoup Disaster Costs
- COLLEGE WORLD SERIES : USC Steps Lively Behind Jenkins' Homer
- Yankees Uncork 8-Run First, Pour It On, 11-3 : Baseball: Showalter has umpires confiscate Phillips' bat, then New York pounds Langston and averts another sweep by the Angels.
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : New Spices Add to the Recipe at Zydeco Fest
- SpaceLabs Relocating to Seattle : Health care: The maker of vital-sign monitors moves 350 jobs from San Fernando Valley after earthquake losses.
- Lessons From Recessions Past
- Workers Fight Back : Suing Employers for Discrimination Can Be Grueling
- COMMITMENTS : The Game of Love : They're young. They're hip. And they're in the mood for . . . well, fun anyway. Welcome to TV's latest dating show.
- For Ventura Roadwork, Light at the End of the Tunnel
- Home-Based Valley Art Dealer Personifies Earlier Era
- 3 Injured, 1 Critically, in Gang Fight
- Rash of Traffic Deaths Leaves Pall Over Community : Accidents: Three students, including a scheduled commencement speaker, are among five killed over eight days.
- WESTMINSTER : Students' Science Projects to Be Shown at Fair Tuesday
- MUSICLeaving Leipzig: Kurt Masur plans to bid...
- Kings Win the Lottery, Move Up to No. 3 Pick
- SOUTH KOREA
- Japan Showdown Holds Key to U.S.-Asian Trade
- Health Horizons : New Pet Theory for Business Success: Big Chains of Veterinary Hospitals : A new breed of clinics is changing the animal care industry and creating new opportunities for employment.
- PLUGGED IN: Why get stuck in a...
- Audit Ascribes Undue Profits to Fertility Doctors
- SEAL BEACH : Hearing Wednesday on Bixby Development
- Mildred M. Alexander; Skilled Seamstress
- ANAHEIM : City's Achievements Cited in Yearly Report
- Deputies Use New Beanbag Gun to Subdue Suspect
- Titans Are Now Part of Big Picture
- Documenting Roots of Rounder Records
- JAZZ REVIEW : A Music Party That Can't Wait to Start
- Chechen Support for Guerrillas Begins to Wane
- New Parents Group Fights Public Schools' 'Bad Rap' : Education: A national organization forms a Valley chapter to restore faith, halt flow to private campuses.
- NEWS ANALYSIS : CRISIS IN THE BALKANS : New Force Will Ease, Not Solve, U.N. Woes in Bosnia : Balkans: Units will back up peacekeepers. But it isn't clear how warring parties will react to West's increased firepower.
- Orange County Almanac
- Another Canadian Wins Indy Car Race : Motor racing: Tracy zips to victory in Milwaukee 200, a week after countryman Villeneuve won Indianapolis 500.
- Landing on Solid Ground : Foreign Sales Help Chute Maker FXC Survive Defense Cuts
- Health Horizons : Speech Pathologists' Goal: Improving Lives : They tackle communication disorders ranging from hoarseness and pronunciation problems to loss of speech from strokes or head injuries.
- BOOK REVIEW / ESSAYS : Insights From a Grown-Up Curmudgeon : IF YOU LEAVE ME, CAN I COME TOO?, <i> by Cynthia Heimel</i> , Atlantic Monthly Press, $20, 288 pages
- Wilson Tries Relaunching Against Tide
- GOP Presses Attack on Film, Music Businesses : Entertainment: Bennett reads lyrics he says are not fit for human consumption. Dole talks of 'shaming' industry.
- Traffic Jamming : Freeway-Close Musician Weaves an Intriguing Tale
- LA HABRA : Carnival Canceled in Deference to Band
- COUNTYWIDE : Cities Vie for Funds to Improve Bike Lanes
- Piazza Comes Back With Quite a Bang : Baseball: In third at-bat, he hits a two-run homer, and Dodgers win, 5-3, on Parker's dribbler.
- Auditor Called O.C. Fund Safe, Tape Discloses
- COSTA MESA : Water District Board Chief Cleared by State
- Poyyak Is Tough Enough to Play This Game : Boys' badminton: After winning section title, he gains respect of opponents and athletes at Corona del Mar.
- By Any Name, Chansawangpuvana Is the Best : Girls' badminton: Rigorous training is key to success for Katella star, who was 61-0 this season.
- JAPAN
- Can Fed Rate Cut Overcome Stock Recession Nightmare?
- Keyes' Emphasis on Social Issues Excites GOP Activists : Politics: Presidential candidate says abortion is at root of moral decline. He has all but eclipsed Dornan.
- NRA Says It Is Target of IRS Audit on Status
- Haven for Hikers : South County Park Puts the Beauties of Nature on Display Amid Suburbs
- COUNTYWIDE : President Named by Bar Group
- Family-Friendly 'Casper' Keeps Hold on Audiences : Movies: Comedy finishes weekend No. 1 at box office again while romantic 'Bridges' opens at No. 2.
- WORLD SERIES NOTEBOOK / LON EUBANKS : Titans' Catcher Loyd in Control Behind Plate
- Dance : New Works, Uneven Results by Aman Ensemble
- Pitchers Kotsay, Helton Have Similar Styles : College baseball: Both are taking a low-key approach to their World Series duel today.
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Spirited Beastie Boys Strut to a Sell-Out
- Bob Dole? Cynical? C'mon . . .
- MUSIC REVIEW : L.B. Symphony Ends Season With Elegance
- Orange County
- Treasury Officials Reopen Weapons Probe : Investigation: Department is looking into allegations surrounding abrupt end to a 1993 undercover operation.
- Health Horizons : Bringing Home a New Level of Care : The fast-growing field of home health care is expected to reap $26 billion in revenue this year. By one estimate, the industry employs more than 650,000 nurses, therapists and others.
- Some of L.A.'s Best Treasures Are Human
- NEWPORT BEACH : Sales-Tax Measure Will Be Debated
- Firefighters Defend Against Unfriendly Fire : Safety: Because of gunshot incidents, the Santa Ana department is asking the City Council to purchase 130 bullet-proof vests.
- Japanese Gardens : Japanese gardens are among the area's most tranquil retreats, and many are available as venues for weddings and wedding receptions.
- His Mask Can't Hide Happiness
- MOTOR RACING ROUNDUP : Petty Avoids 20-Car Crash, Wins 500 at Dover Downs
- And They All Had a Surreal Good Time
- Dole Threatens to Block Terrorism Bill : Senate: The majority leader says President must rein in Democrats. He also says Foster now has votes to win confirmation as surgeon general.
- Taking the Pulse of Health Jobs
- Ahmanson Project Faces Challenge in Court Again : Lawsuits: Calabasas and two community groups argue against Ventura County's 36-month extension of the development.
- Economic Profile
- High Ideals : Schools, Religious Facilities Bloom Atop Sepulveda Pass as Critics Assail Growth
- They Need a Study for This?
- U.S. Probes Early Halt to Arms Sale Investigation : Inquiry: Customs agent in O.C. says he was ordered off case involving $70 million in weapons left in Vietnam.
- Why Spare the Pentagon Budget? : Defense: There's no rational need for a $270-billion force for fighting two wars at once.
- A Legend Reopens in Beverly Hills
- Pop : Marcia Ball, Beau Jocque Add Zing to Zydeco Festival
- NBA PLAYOFFS : O'Neal Transforms East Into the Magic Kingdom : Pro basketball: He leads Orlando to the conference title in a 105-81 rout of Indiana.
- DANCE REVIEW : Martinez Dancetheatre Mourns With Mahler at Keck
- A Big Angel for 'A Little Princess' : Movies: Alfonso Cuaron's spiritual nature convinced producer Mark Johnson that Cuaron was the director for the job.
- SOUTH KOREA
- Poles, Russians Mark Past Atrocity, Vow Friendship
- Counter Culture : Coffee and Camaraderie Top the Menu as Old Friends Gather Every Morning
- Relaxing the Rules: More Companies Embrace Meditation : Businesses say the at-work sessions make for happier employees, increased productivity-- even higher profits.
- Health Horizons : Physical Therapists Getting a Real Workout : As the U.S. population is living longer, jobs in the field are booming--and the supply can't keep up with the demand.
- Close-Knit Groups : Love of Quilting Weaves Women's Lives Together
- Pedestrian Killed, 3 Hurt in Collision
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Driver Hurt in Crash During Police Chase
- When It's All Said and Done, Becker Big Loser
- BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Fabregas Ready in a Pinch
- POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Michael's Back, and He's Big . . . R E A L L Y B I G : Jackson's self-aggrandizing video promotes a lot of audience hisses along with his upcoming album, '<i> HIS</i> tory.'
- A Matter-of-Fact 'Orchard' : Stage review: South Coast production of Chekhov's last work is neither a farce nor a tragedy, just a long, long play.
- Political Support Grows for Easing Restrictions on IRAs : Finance: Proponents say broadening tax-favored accounts would boost savings and help the economy.
- 2 Go on Trial in Florida in Slaying of Tourist
- Health Horizons : Care Also Means Knowing the Patient's Language : The Southland's polyglot population has created a great need for bilingual health professionals.
- Boy, 15, Lured Via Computer Is Found Safe
- CRISIS IN THE BALKANS : Loss of Pilot Casts Pall on U.S. Air Base : Military: Comrades await word at facility that represents a slice of Americana in Italy.
- Man Shot After Argument; One Held
- CAMARILLO : World Affairs Group Offers Mideast Expert
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Police Vow to Prevent July 4th Violence
- Bare-Bones Triathlon Remains Luxury to Tinley : Elite Division Winner Just Glad County Race Was Revived
- COMPANY TOWN ANNEX
- 'Sunset Boulevard' Takes 7 Tonys; 'Show Boat' Wins 5
- Keeping Faith : While public prayer remains in the crossfire, private conversations with the Supreme Being appear to be on the increase. And no, not everyone is asking for a miracle.
- Boy Killed by Car, 2 Injured; Witnesses Catch Suspect Nearby
- BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Fabregas Ready in a Pinch
- IRVINE : Budget Strain Eased as Teachers Accept Early Retirement
- CHINA
- Bilingual Education Rift Divides State Teachers Union : Schools: Newsletter criticism of those on extremes of the issue ignites a clash. Backers say the program is being made a scapegoat; opponents call them 'zealots.'
- VROOM! VROOM! For Simi Valley moviegoers, the...
- CRISIS IN THE BALKANS : U.S. Troops in Germany Ready for Bosnia Call : Military: Black Hawk and Apache helicopter crews get in some practice with live ammunition.
- MILITARY VACATION: Maybe you don't see the...
- LAUGH LINES : Jokes
- CIA Operatives Who Claim Sex Bias Reject Settlement
- Does This School System Work? : Bureaucratic inflexibility imperils Van Nuys High's honored magnet program
- VENTURA : Arts Festival for Children Is Planned
- NEWPORT BEACH/COSTA MESA : School District Seeks Experts in Finance
- NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Leiter's Four-Hitter Helps Giants Sweep Phillies
- FRENCH OPEN / WOMEN : Fan Favorite Pierce Overwhelmed by Majoli
- NBA PLAYOFFS : In a Snap, Magic Makes Pacer Hopes Disappear : NBA playoffs: O'Neal scores 25 points as Orlando dominates Indiana in second half to win Eastern Conference, 105-81.
- COLUMN ONE : Destroying Pockets of Despair : The government is tearing down its troubled housing projects, conceding FDR's dream has gone awry. Out of the rubble, officials hope to build a system that will revitalize, not trap, its residents.
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Restaurant on Pier May Be Near
- MISSION VIEJO : Church Will Honor Retiring Educator
- SAN CLEMENTE : Hearing to Address Street Repair Plan
- Pedestrians Vote With Their Feet--Diagonal Crosswalks Are a Hit
- WESTLAKE : 350 Gather to Honor Fight Against Cancer
- Diagonal Crosswalks Solve Some Pedestrian Problems
- MISSION VIEJO : Food Bank Clients Include Some Who Once Had Plenty
- Delicate Shot Helps Norman Return with Style
- NHL PLAYOFFS : Red Wings Defeat Blackhawks, 3-2
- Confusion Course? Or Collision Course? : French, British: Forceful but neutral
- AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Wakefield Causes Brewers to Knuckle Under, 2-1
- A Test of Mettle for First Latino in White House
- Money-Check Procedure Will Protect Till, Employees
- Health Horizons : New Stresses Spark More Burnout for Counselors : Experts say managed care is adding to an already significant professional hazard. For some, it's time to change jobs.
- 5,000 Evacuate as Hurricane Allison Nears Florida
- BUENA PARK : City Budget to Increase 8%; Shortfall Looms
- Russia Rethinks Its NATO Strategy : Closer ties will put Moscow in good position to lobby against eastward alliance expansion
- PERSPECTIVE ON VIOLENCE IN FILMS : Charge a 'Slasher Tax' for the Most Savage Fare : The extra cost might make producers and moviegoers think twice without abridging anyone's rights.
- The Graduates' Paradox : More Jobs, but Low Pay and Prestige
- Audit Ascribes Undue Profits to Fertility Doctors
- All's Well in 'Madison County,' Says Woman Who Grew Up There
- At Tian An Men Vigil, Apathy Quells Passion
- VENTURA : City to Weigh Funds for Park Restrooms
- DSG Co-Founder Named Koo Koo Roo Vice Chairman
- PHILIPPINES
- JAPAN
- There Are Just Some Things She Won't Do
- Marking Time : Books: Elizabeth Kaye's epiphany hit at 35, when she felt the years slipping away. She mourned--and wrote, producing 'Mid-Life--Notes From the Halfway Mark.'
- Horse Freed From Mud After a Fall
- POINT MUGU : Funding Sought to Fight Base Closure
- HOLLYWOOD PARK : Possibly Perfect Stakes Out Turf in Winning the Gamely Handicap
- One Mother's Mission : Son's Death Prompts Fight for Traffic Signal
- 10,000 Take Part in Walk to Raise Funds for AIDS : Health: Participation exceeds that in last year's event, but the $326,000 collection is smaller. County's bankruptcy is blamed.
- A KCAL Night at Emmys, but KTTV's Closing Fast
- If Perceptions Deceive, It's Time to Change Them
- Appreciation of Dance Lures Ezralow & Others Overseas
- POP : Luther Vandross: Miles Ahead of the Competition
- Ward Valley Waste Facility
- Simpson Trial
- THOUSAND OAKS : Arts Fest to Highlight Cultural Diversity
- East Mojave Preserve
- Rent Control Bill
- Flag-Burning Amendment
- OTHER NEWS - June 5, 1995
- OTHER NEWS - June 5, 1995
- Los Angeles County - News from June 5, 1995
- Notes on a Scorecard - June 5, 1995
- Obituaries - June 5, 1995
- San Diego County - News from June 5, 1995
- Grads Want More, Get Less : Downsizing Has Erased Middle-Management Career Paths
- U.S. to Help Allies Track Serb Forces : Bosnia: Intelligence operation to assist quick-strike force will be modeled after Gulf War effort. New British unit moves into position.
- $10 Million Earmarked for Schools in County : Education: Wilson plan would hike state funding 2.7%. Salaries of long-suffering employees--including teachers--are expected to rise.
- A New, No-Fault Road Map to Auto Insurance Reform : Consumer action: Although related measures to curb legal excesses also favor business, the package deserves support.
- Cash-Strapped Courts Await Money Votes : Legal system: Passage of sales tax hike and an increase in state funding are desperately needed in wake of post-bankruptcy county budget slashing, officials say.
- OFF AND READING : If you enexpectedly had the next week off, what would you read?
- Getting in Touch With Your Inner Wallet
- JURY BOX
- Preface
- PICO-UNION : Supermarkets Top Residents' Wish List
- Grants: Loyola Marymount Gets Science Funding
- World IN BRIEF : BRITAIN : Three Held, Linked to Embassy Bomb
- Savvy Youths Can Earn 'Extra Credit' and Self-Esteem
- Oil Workers End Strike
- SOUTH LOS ANGELES : Driver Sought in Boy's Racing Death
- PLATFORM : The Human Race
- Reckoning Time in Bosnia : Bombs and bullets, along with strong words, will get the Serbs' attention and force them to stop their aggressive ways. But does the West have the guts to stand fast?
- VENTURA : Law Panelists Dissect Simpson Murder Trial
- Despite Poor Crop, Cherry Festival Is a Big Draw : Leona Valley: Frost has made '95 harvest almost fruitless. But nearly all of the town's 2,000 residents flock to annual parade.
- Is Baseball (Pause) . . . Becoming Too (Yawn) . . . Slow? : With Nine-Inning Games Lasting Nearly Three Hours, Ways Are Being Sought to Move Sport Into the Fast Lane
- No Mystery in Portishead : The British band, which is named for the small town near Bristol, is making its mark with distinctive 'soundtracks without movies'
- Weekend Escape: San Diego County : Green Acres : With a sigh-sigh here and a zzz-zzz there, country comfort at a peaceful Dulzura B
- MOSAIC METROPOLIS : TORONTO, CANADA : On its walkable, well-tended streets, finding ethnic diversity and culinary surprises to rival L.A.'s---- but mind your manners
- A summary of recent City Hall actions affecting central Los Angeles.
- High School Students Deal With Real-Life Issues at Conference : Education: Leaders from 7 Southland campuses discuss topics such as race relations, conflict resolution and apathy among their peers.
- CITY OF COMMERCE : Business Park to Customize Buildings
- Rare Dinosaur Egg With Skeleton Sells for $24,150
- A NEW AND IMPROVED SIMONE HARDY
- She's All for Free Speech, but . . .
- Times Ballot Recommendations
- Cambodian Learns Even U.S. Can Be Brutal : Journalism: Reach Sambath, here on a media fellowship at Cal State Fullerton, had his romatic view of this country shattered by terrorism in Oklahoma City.
- Artists and Browsers Paint ArtWalk Festival a Success
- THOUSAND OAKS : Gunfire From Car Hits Man in Leg
- Popejoy's Schedule Is Taxing, but at Least He Eats Well
- Move Over, Thomas Guide : Central Library to Display Rare Collection of Pictorial Maps
- STATE TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS : Esperanza's O'Connor Sets Record : Girls: Her distance of 40 feet 6 1/2 inches in the triple jump sets an Orange County mark at the State track meet.
- Kennedy Hero Serr Delivered Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of
- SOUTHERN SECTION BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS : Winning Title Gives Livernois a Leg Up on the Future : Division III: Senior, who injured his knee in football game, triples to tie score and help La Quinta beat Santa Margarita. He'll have surgery in July.
- HIGH SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS : Skieresz Defeats Rival but Can't Lick Stamps : State meet: Agoura standout no match for Santa Rosa sophomore in star-studded girls' 3,200 field.
- FICTION
- How New Settlement Rules Change the Game
- STYLE : FASHION : DRESSED TO KILL : The New Female Detectives Always Get their Man. And They Do It in Style.
- How to Feel at Home With a Long-Distance House Swap : Screening: Directory services help with the initial match-ups, but after that you need plenty of communication--and insurance.
- Masculine Landscape
- 'Humanitarian Service' Operator Faces Charges : Housing: Attorney who lends elderly Filipino vets money to come here is accused of slumlord violations.
- TERRY JONES : On a New Crusade
- WESTSIDE NEWS : MALIBU : Wildfire Relief Funds Replenish City Coffers
- Chinese Dissent on the Line : Tian An Men Square Anniversary Spurs Crackdown on Activists
- CHESS : INTERNATIONAL NEWS
- Champs! : South Gate Gets Monster Victory Over Narbonne, 9-3
- World IN BRIEF : INDIA : Heat Wave Kills at Least 35 in North
- Bus and Truck Collide in India; 15 Die, 39 Injured
- WILSHIRE : Free Concert Series at Lunchtime Begins
- THE WORLD : IRAN : How to Lose Friends in the Persian Gulf
- Prison Weightlifting Perks Weigh on Legislators' Minds : Crime: Some lawmakers contend that allowing inmates to bulk up makes them more dangerous criminals. But proponents say the privilege boosts self-esteem and can be a disciplinary tool.
- Adoption Rules Should Not Be Black or White : California law discourages couples from crossing color lines. But nature sanctions families in all sorts of configurations, so who are we to insist on 'matched' sets?
- MOTOR SPORTS : Horst at Head of Her Class
- His Game Is So Much Bigger Than His Name
- Even Keel : Snow Spent a Little Time on Top, Longer on the Bottom and Now Is Performing on a Plateau That Makes Him a Most Productive Angel
- JAZZ : Horns Aplenty : Although a relative youngster, saxman--and inveterate collector of instruments--James Carter has already made his mark with a style that resonates with the sounds of jazz history.
- Isaak's Not Blue
- Reality Bites : O.C. executives' pay increasingly tied to their performance
- New Guidelines for Escrow Accounts Take Effect
- FICTION
- Heat
- Chechen Rebels, Russians Clash in Foothills
- Graduation: Eastin Will Speak at College Ceremony
- Champs! : Loyola Earns Its 6th Title in Volleyball
- Up a Creek : Residents Fear Tie-Ups, Disruptions From Huge Storm Drain Project
- World IN BRIEF : HONG KONG : Swimmers on Alert After Sharks Kill 2
- 'Mi Familia': Casting for Authenticity
- EAST HOLLYWOOD : Summer Classes at LACC Set to Start
- Returning to Their First Love
- HOUSING : Malibu Project Opposed by City Gets OK, Ending 4-Year Fight
- CRENSHAW : Holistic Healer's Remedy: Eat Right
- Modern-Day Rio Grande Water Wars : Border: Texans are outraged that Mexican farmers are siphoning off the scarce resource. Mexico blames the drought, while Texas says the problem is its neighbor's poor planning.
- Steven Pfiel Murder Trial Is Delayed
- RSVP / The Social City : Cook's Retiring May Be L.A.'s Loss
- Writing That Springs Fully Formed : Books: Most authors work chapter by chapter. Not Jane Smiley. She'd be the first to tell you that 'Moo,' her newest novel, was finished long before she put word to paper.
- The Numbing Effect of So Many Slayings : Boy's Killing Should Spur New Anti-Violence Efforts
- Cooperation Caught a Company : Negotiations: Firm decides to spurn Arizona and move to Moorpark thanks to the work of a special team.
- Undercover Officer Shot
- A Welcome Arts Gift at a Difficult Time : William J. Gillespie's $6.62-Million Donation Helps Five Premier Local Organizations
- ART : On the Trail of Spoils of War : The World War II duties of Montecito resident Otto Wittmann included undercover intelligence work. His assignment: to help find and recover some of the priceless artworks taken by the Nazis.
- Open File : Was Oswald's shot luck, conspiracy, fate or fiction? : OSWALD'S TALE: An American Mystery, <i> By Norman Mailer (Random House: $30; 848 pp.)</i>
- Hearing Voices : Learning life while keeping house : THE GOOD NEGRESS, <i> By A.J. Verdelle (Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill: $19.95; 299 pp.)</i>
- Destination: Idaho : Created from Earth's fiery volcanic depths, Craters of the Moon National Monument recalls lunar landscape
- Ennui Thwarting Vote on $23-Million School Bond : Santa Clarita: Measure H opponents, supporters say the funding plan to improve campuses is too important to overlook.
- 1 Killed and 3 Injured in Car Collision
- <i> A behind-the-scenes look at Orange County's political life</i> : Umberg Backers Keep Trying to Run His Name Up Campaign Flagpole
- BOXING / TIM KAWAKAMI : Hernandez Gets a Jab in Against WBC
- HOLLYWOOD PARK : Don't Count Out Maslonka's Filly in Gamely 'Cap
- SOUTHERN SECTION BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS : Fountain Valley Squeezes Out Another Title With 14-7 Victory
- HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL / SOUTHERN SECTION CHAMPIONSHIPS : Marina Repeats as Division I Champion, 3-0
- Dodgers Lose, but So What? : Baseball: Piazza returns today, meaning lineup will be at full strength for first time.