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What happened on March 30, 1992
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Gang Warfare in Santa Ana Claims 2 Lives : Crime: Residents in the area of the latest deaths despair of the increasing violence. Others, outraged, organize to end it. BILL BILLITER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Latino Activist Is a One-Man Culture Club : Oxnard: Aztec philosophy guides teacher Javier Gomez, who in his spare time is the driving force behind a theater group, dance ensemble and coffeehouse. SANTIAGO O'DONNELL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Is Downtown Sports Arena in the Cards? : Development: The City Council is expected to give developer Ronald E. Hahn the chance to push ahead with plans for a downtown sports facility. MICHAEL GRANBERRY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Repairing the Breaks
OXNARD : 1 Killed, Several Injured in Accident PEGGY Y. LEE
LAGUNA HILLS : Deadline Extended for Traffic Panel FRANK MESSINA
Wheels of Progress : Funds Set in Motion Valley-L.A. Bike Path AMY WALLACE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2 Men Flee After Shots at Officer
Sleeping Intruder Is an Eye-Opener for Burbank Woman CAROL WATSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police-Reform Vote Is a Chance for L.A. to Define Its Future
NEWPORT BEACH : Hearing Is Tonight on Hospital Plan LISA MASCARO
CAMARILLO : City Marks Zone for Firms That Recycle CAITLIN ROTHER
SANTA ANA : Initiative Denounced by School Districts JON NALICK
Girl Rescued From Park Ledge
ORANGE : Firm to Widen Audit of City Agencies MARY HELEN BERG
MOORPARK : Longer Street Name Gets Council's OK MAIA DAVIS
ORANGE : Cost Triples for School Offices Move MARY HELEN BERG
CAMARILLO : Vintage Bearcat Has a Smooth Landing RON SOBLE
Officers Seek Youth's Killer
MISSION COLLEGE : Catering-Truck Contract Canceled JEFF SCHNAUFER
PIERCE COLLEGE : AIDS Education Events Planned AURIANA KOUTNIK
COUNTYWIDE : Peer Group Aids Young Diabetics DANIELLE A. FOUQUETTE
Courthouse to Put In Fingerprint System : Security: The high-tech setup around the judges' chambers is called 'cutting edge.' But the county's district attorney and public defender will be denied access. GARY GORMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
When It Comes to Jury Duty, They Also Serve Who Only Wait TONY PERRY
SAN DIEGO : Woman Found Shot to Death in Her Car
COSTA MESA : Charity a 2-Way Street for Donor DONNETTE DUNBAR
FULLERTON : Evening Markets Planned Downtown BOB ELSTON
VENTURA : Man Arrested in Spouse-Abuse Case PEGGY Y. LEE
NEWPORT BEACH : Knife-Wielding Man Arrested in Standoff DONNETTE DUNBAR
Public Television, Radio Funding
Students Travel to Other Worlds, Right Next Door : Education: Pupils from an inner-city school and an exclusive private facility swap campuses for a day and discover that they share a lot. R. DANIEL FOSTER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Prop. 103 Means Higher Car Insurance Rates for Some DANNY SULLIVAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN RIGHT / PAUL CRAIG ROBERTS : The Best Tax Plan Since Kemp : Who'd have guessed that Brown would be the growth candidate? PAUL CRAIG ROBERTS, Paul Craig Roberts is the William E. Simon Professor of Political Economy at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington
CAMARILLO : Sewer-Main Bid Is Less Than Expected CAITLIN ROTHER
IRVINE : Telethon to Raise Money for Schools TOM McQUEENEY
Fire Damages Plating Firm in Chatsworth
New Course to the Future : Poway Schools On Cutting Edge of High-Tech Teaching DAVID SMOLLAR, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woman Walking Dog Discovers Body
SAN DIEGO : Highway Collision Kills 7-Year-Old Boy
ESCONDIDO : Motorcyclist Dies in Crash
OXNARD : El Centrito Offers Counseling, Services SANTIAGO O'DONNELL
SUPER LOTTO RESULTS: March 28
ELECTIONS / SAN FERNANDO : City Council Candidates Rely on Personal Touch to Woo Voters SAM ENRIQUEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOORPARK : Priest to Speak on Solutions to Gangs MAIA DAVIS
3 Wounded in Separate Westminster Shootings
MISSION VIEJO : City Severs County Animal Control Pact FRANK MESSINA
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Gated Community Seeks Police Patrols
COUNTYWIDE : 5 Chosen for County Sports Hall of Fame JANE HULSE
Suspect in Van Nuys Stabbing Turns Himself In
Honig: Plot or Justice? : State schools chief charged with conflict of interest
Anti-Smoking Ads at Risk
ORANGE : Family Posts Reward in Slaying of Man BOB ELSTON
Mystery Over Missing Body Stalks Alamo : Lawsuit: His stepdaughter accuses the religious figure of spiriting off the remains of his fourth wife. His countersuit claims he has been slandered. MICHAEL CONNELLY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PLATFORM : A Right to Education LIBBY THOMPSON, LIBBY THOMPSON, a student at Cal State Long Beach, commented on Gov. Pete Wilson's statement that California State University students don't really understand the need for fee increases. She told The Times:
Man Slain at Doughnut Shop
Organizers Laying the Groundwork for Perot : Campaign: Disaffection with the status quo generates support for the maverick Texan. Some backers in the county are unsure of his stands on the issues. CHRISTOPHER PUMMER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
PIERCE COLLEGE : Debate Team Competes Nationally AURIANA KOUTNIK
Migrants Swindled by Job Come-Ons, Officials Say : Probe: Employment agency operator to be tried on charges of using phony, high-paying job offers to bilk Mexican migrants. ALAN ABRAHAMSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OCEANSIDE : 9 Youths Injured in Shooting
At Least 2 Injured as Ozzy Osbourne Fans Surge to Stage LYNN SMITH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
80th Birthday Stirs Memories of Canoga Park AARON CURTISS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Little League Ballplayers Are Still a Big Hit With Veteran Umpires SHERRY JOE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CURBSIDE L.A. : Land of Literati Times researcher Cecilia Rasmussen
Wheels of Progress : Funds Set in Motion Valley-L.A. Bike Path AMY WALLACE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Teachers Bring History--and Women Who Made It--to Life JOHN JOHNSON, John Johnson is a Times staff writer
Officials Confident of Security for Oscars : Movies: Despite threats of a disruption by gay and lesbian activists, Academy Awards executives say the show will run smoothly. CHRIS WOODYARD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Salvation Army's College Trains Cadets for Battle on Poverty RONALD B. TAYLOR, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Breaking the Barriers to Help : New Program Offers Drug Treatment for Asian Immigrants DAVID HALDANE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CITYSCAPES / MILES CORWIN : Why Is a Haircut by Jose Worth $200? 'I Have Zee Great Eye' MILES CORWIN
Beating in Front of Home Kills Pilot NORA ZAMICHOW, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN LEFT / ALEXANDER COCKBURN : Brown's Moral Anchor Is His Political Edge : The Establishment cranks up its rage for Clinton, a man devoid of political principle. ALEXANDER COCKBURN, Alexander Cockburn writes for the Nation and other publications
PERSPECTIVE ON VIOLENCE : It's in the Numbers, Not the Stars : Will Wright did everything to beat the odds on black male mortality, but in the end, the gun culture won. KAREN GRIGSBY BATES, Karen Grigsby Bates is a Los Angeles writer and frequent contributor to The Times
NEWS
A Theory That Won't Fly? : East Coast experts say they solved the Amelia Earhart mystery. But a West Coast group thinks not. PAUL DEAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
United Way Scandal Puts Charities Under Scrutiny : Fund raising: O.C. group advocating guidelines for such agencies hopes public awareness will help its cause. CARLA RIVERA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Edward John Spencer; Earl Was Princess Diana's Father From Times Wire Services
Nation IN BRIEF : PENNSYLVANIA : Sex Suspect Is Held on $20-Million Bail From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Leueen MacGrath; Playwright, Stage Star in London and N.Y. From Associated Press
Quest for Right School Can Be Complex Odyssey : Education: Religion and academic extras are cited by parents who choose private institutions for youngsters. JEAN MERL, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
Claude Maxime; Hairdresser to the Famous
Activists Unite to Oppose New Incinerator : Environment: Company and U.S. agencies say Mexico's facility for burning toxic wastes is safe. But opponents on both sides of the border call it a potential catastrophe. SEBASTIAN ROTELLA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Quest for the Right School Can Be Complex Odyssey : Education: Religion and academic extras are cited by parents opting for private institutions. JEAN MERL, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
Washington Insight From The Times' Washington staff
For Red Army in Baltics, It May Be a Long Goodby : Independence: Confusion, chaos, corruption mark what is supposed to be the pullout of 120,000 troops. TAMARA JONES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brown Kickoff Speech Echoed Caddell's Fictional 'Sen. Smith' From The Washington Post
Baker Reportedly Seeking New Mideast Talks April 27 From Associated Press
Brown Admits FDA Call Displayed Insider Power : Politics: He says talking to Rep. Waxman about an AIDS drug case was the kind of tactic he now criticizes. But he says it was not improper. SAM FULWOOD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Special Report: Taxes Ted Johnson
A Green Light for Commuters
Roberti Story Missed Points
A Special Report: Taxes Ted Johnson
Bridge Marks 60th Year Associated Press
A Special Report: Taxes Ted Johnson
A Special Report: Taxes Ted Johnson
Nation IN BRIEF : FLORIDA : Shuttle Adds Extra Day for Earth Study From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Levy Resigns, Posing a New Threat for Shamir : Israel: The foreign minister's dovish stand on peace talks raised hackles within the right-wing Likud Party. DANIEL WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Washington Insight From The Times' Washington staff
Washington Insight From The Times' Washington staff
Washington Insight From The Times' Washington staff
West Worries as Russia Retreats on Economy : Reforms: 'We are watching it very closely,' U.S. official says. Billions in credits could be affected. MICHAEL PARKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
California IN BRIEF : SAN FRANCISCO : New Trial for Cabbie Who Caught Mugger From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : No One Asked Him to Resign, Foley Says From Times Staff and Wire Reports
U.N. Inspectors Find No Scuds Hidden in Iraq From Associated Press
Course of Water Policy Muddied by Wilson Aides VIRGINIA ELLIS
Her Maverick Ways : Kathryn Thompson Now Developing an Independent Political Path ANN CONWAY
Rebel Republic in Moldova Asks Russian Help MICHAEL PARKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Socialist Sandinistas Reuters
Former king of the hill struggles with identity : Once a premier celebrity ski destination, Sun Valley now must battle tough regional competition and a changing economy. DAVID LAMB, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Homeowner Killed After Asking Men to Move Their Party From a Times Staff Writer
Cambodia Drive on Rebels Perils U.N. Peace Plan WILLIAM BRANIGIN, THE WASHINGTON POST
Nation IN BRIEF : FLORIDA : Deformed Baby Has Life Support Cut From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Local Industry Pretty Clean, but Not Spotless : Background: Although a few haulers have paid the price for wrongdoing, the corruption, violence and ties to organized crime found elsewhere haven't been a big problem here. JIM NEWTON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Plan to End Bloodshed Met With Doubts : Violence: Oakland residents are skeptical that mayor's anti-crime proposal will slow record murder rate. They say the responsibility lies with parents who neglect their children. RICHARD C. PADDOCK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOOK REVIEW : Supporting Characters Who Fail to Lend Any : MERCY, by Echo Heron, Simon & Schuster, $22; 375 pages CAROLYN SEE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Japan's Hard-Pressed Premier Gets a Break : Politics: Miyazawa's ruling party sweeps a by-election for lower house of Parliament. SAM JAMESON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Voters Again Shun France's Ruling Socialists From Associated Press
Faulty Ignition Cited in Chinese Rocket Failure Associated Press
PRACTICAL VIEW : Talking Up the Pacific Rim LYNN SIMROSS
Marcos' Remains to Leave Hawaii April 11 Reuters
Kohl Meeting With Waldheim Annoys Israel From Times Wire Services
A Fat Chance of Changing the Diet : Nutrition: Food substitutes may offer the best way for Americans to eat the sweet or fatty things they crave and still maintain or lose weight. From Associated Press
California IN BRIEF : HAYWARD : Quadriplegic Held on Heroin Charge From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Making Tailors' Best-Dressed List Is a Tall Mail Order JACK SMITH
Marine Copter Crashes at Sea; 4 Are Missing From Associated Press
California IN BRIEF : IRVINE : Two People Injured in Melee at Concert From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Trouble in Paradise : Lifestyle: A mecca for artists, skiers and New Agers, Taos teeters on edge of a boom. Traditionalists fear new projects will disrupt the good vibrations. BILL HIGGINS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Man Questioned in Car Crash That Killed 5
U.S. Picks Up Legal Costs for Nuclear Firms MYRON LEVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tom Kahn; International Affairs Chief for AFL-CIO
Trash Industry Faithful Patron of O.C. Officials : Contributions: Current supervisors have received $135,000 from the haulers the board regulates. JIM NEWTON and MARK LANDSBAUM, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
REGIONAL REPORT : Recession Batters South Coast's Marina Business : Recreation: Many boat owners sell their crafts or store them on land to save money. Waiting lists for slips are a thing of the past. RAY TESSLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Saudis Deny Diverting Patriot Data to China JOHN M. BRODER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Copter Carrying O.C., Pendleton Marines Crashes : Military: Four people are missing and four suffered burns in crash off African coast. Training mission involved personnel from Tustin air base. LYNN SMITH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Stray Bullet Shatters Couple's Dream to Leave Gang Area JESSE KATZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Hollywood Goes Boffo Overseas : The increasingly multinational movie industry is raking in profits around the globe. New theaters and TV channels will fuel demand for American films. ALAN CITRON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Prelude to Oscars at L'Orangerie BETTY GOODWIN
Easley R. Blackwood Sr.; Devised Contract Bridge Strategy
Clinton Tells of Marijuana Use in '60s : Democrats: He says he tried the drug one or two times while a student in England. He had not been directly asked about it before and does not believe episode will hurt his candidacy, he adds. DOUGLAS JEHL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ENTERTAINMENT
Mending a Split Personality : Movies: The identity of Solomon Perel, the subject of 'Europa Europa,' the story of a Jew who survived the Holocaust by posing as a Nazi, took on a life of its own. DANIEL WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Music : CalArts Fest Opens With Fire and Ice JOHN HENKEN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
South Africa
Awards BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
People Watch BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Television BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Oscar Watch BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Awards BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Public Television, Radio Funding
A Premiere and a Rarity in Long Beach DONNA PERLMUTTER
Appreciating 'Latin Dance Music' as Art : Featherweight Appraisal STEVEN LOZA, Loza is an assistant professor, department of ethnomusicology, at UCLA. and
Pop and Jazz Reviews : Femme Fatales Season 'Antone's' Revue Mix CHRIS WILLMAN
'Rose' and 'Idaho' Get the Spirit : Movies: Each takes three trophies in the offbeat independent counterpoint to tonight's Academy Awards. DAVID J. FOX, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'White Men' Leaps to No. 1 DAVID J. FOX
The Ringmaster Behind the Oscar Show JACK MATHEWS, NEWSDAY FILM CRITIC
Pop and Jazz Reviews : Michel Legrand in Grand Style LEONARD FEATHER
Television BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Oscar Watch BETH KLEID, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Foreign Film Lunch Gets Seven Stars KEVIN THOMAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Glitches Hurt Oscar Party for Yeltsin : Movies: The Russian ambassador bows out and a planned satellite link appears doomed for tonight's gala honoring the Russian leader. ROBERT W. WELKOS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Scholars of London Hold Forth at Orange Coast College SUSAN BLISS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Party-Goers Face a Choice of Women in Film Benefits BETTY GOODWIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Amelia Earhart
Appreciating 'Latin Dance Music' as Art : A Jazz Critic's Cultural Bias ALAN GEIK, Geik is a programmer for KXLU's "Alma del Barrio" and a member of the Alliance of Bilingual Broadcasters. and
O.C. ART : You Need a Good Map for This Land of 'Milk and Honey' : Susan Joseph installation at Laguna Museum's South Coast Plaza satellite requires a better and more detailed explanation. CATHY CURTIS
Pop and Jazz Reviews : Distinctive Vocals From Ofra Haza DON HECKMAN
Pop and Jazz Reviews : Times Catch Up With the Cartoonish Cramps STEVE HOCHMAN
Channel 10's 'Great People' Falls Short on Substance KEVIN BRASS
OPERA REVIEW : St. Petersburg Opera--From Russia With Modesty MARTIN BERNHEIMER, TIMES MUSIC CRITIC
Iceland Warms Up to Filmmaking : Movies: Its 'Children of Nature' is vying for Oscar's foreign-language film, and its budding industry is even making inroads in Hollywood. ROBERT EPSTEIN
Critics Need to Be More Critical of Stereotypes in TV, Movies LAURA REMSON MITCHELL, Mitchell is a free - lance writer who has lived with multiple sclerosis for many years. She also has served as a volunteer peer counselor for others with the disease. and
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Nymphs: Hard Act to Swallow JIM WASHBURN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Founder of Theater Returns to San Diego : Stage: Bowery Theatre founder Kim McCallum is back in San Diego after being forced out as head of a New Mexico theater group. NANCY CHURNIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
JAZZ REVIEW : Electric Instrument Group Zzah Makes Sparks Fly at Studio Cafe BILL KOHLHAASE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
McCaw Helps Pepperdine Get Back on Track in Volleyball Standings WENDY WITHERSPOON
UCLA Nominated, but Indiana Wins MIKE DOWNEY
Michigan Grows Up; Cincinnati Rolls : Midwest : Bearcats beat Memphis State for the fourth time this season, 88-57. CHRIS BAKER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cal State Fullerton's Matsumoto Is Still Critical After Car Accident
Frenchman Gets Fine and Punishment : America's Cup: The French budget consultant embarrassed his countrymen by accepting a dare. He was fined by police and banished by the syndicate. RICH ROBERTS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tornado Catamaran Division Won by Randy Smyth RICH ROBERTS
WORLD SCENE / RANDY HARVEY : While IAAF Fiddles, Reynolds Sits and Burns RANDY HARVEY
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Santiago Asks for Quick Trade BOB NIGHTENGALE
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
NHL ROUNDUP : Yzerman Sparks Red Wings to Norris Clincher DAN HAFNER
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
AMERICA'S CUP / DAILY REPORT : Nippon's Streak Ended at Seven by New Zealand RICH ROBERTS
PADRES UPDATE : NOTEBOOK / BOB NIGHTENGALE : Andersen Worried That Tests Aren't Showing Whole Story BOB NIGHTENGALE
Pro Football From Staff and Wire Reports
Hlasek Gets Clinching Victory as Switzerland Eliminates France Associated Press
Lakers Still Unbeaten in Absence of Perkins : Pro basketball: Divac scores personal-best 32 points to fuel 117-88 victory over the 76ers. MARK HEISLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Burton Is Learning, Earning : Women's golf: Rialto native won $176,412 as the LPGA's rookie of the year in 1991, and she is playing even better now. MARYANN HUDSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
College Basketball / Ncaa Men's Tournament : Notes CHRIS BAKER
TENNIS ROUNDUP : Winning Tournament Isn't Difficult for Navratilova From Associated Press
Horse Racing From Staff and Wire Reports
Notes on a Scorecard ALLAN MALAMUD
Floyd a Winner in Senior Debut Associated Press
Bantamweight Title on the Line at Forum
Pro Football From Staff and Wire Reports
Boyd Leads Fullerton to the Title : Softball: Pitcher's sixth victory in five days sparks 2-1 triumph over Arizona, the defending national champion. KIM KUTCHER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NBA ROUNDUP : Without Robinson, Spurs Just Another Loser DAN HAFNER
With Strike Looming, Kings Tie Edmonton : Hockey: Job action scheduled to begin today after talks between NHL management, players prove fruitless. STEVE SPRINGER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
College Basketball / Ncaa Men's Tournament : Notes Associated Press
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
Love Stays High and Dry to Win Players Event From Associated Press
Coronado Youngsters to Get Bit of Winter This Summer JIM LINDGREN
Horse Racing From Staff and Wire Reports
Mochrie Makes It in Time : Dinah Shore golf: She catches Inkster with birdie on 18th, then wins it on first playoff hole. MAL FLORENCE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : NOTES : Knight Tries to Bring Down Tournament Sites MIKE DOWNEY
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Davis' Home Run Is a Good Sign BILL PLASCHKE
To This Critic, UCLA's Play Was Too Slick GARY KLEIN
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : DiSarcina, Rose Probable Starters HELENE ELLIOTT
College Basketball From Staff and Wire Reports
Pro Football From Staff and Wire Reports
College Basketball From Staff and Wire Reports
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : Michigan Grows Up; Cincinnati Rolls : Southeast Regional: After losing to Ohio State twice, the Wolverines' five freshmen beat the Buckeyes in overtime. EARL GUSTKEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kenyan Sets World Mark at Carlsbad : Running: Mutwol betters previous men's record by 14 seconds. Huber sets American record in women's victory. KIM Q. BERKSHIRE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SANTA ANITA : Pincay Keeps Fly Till Dawn Under Control BILL CHRISTINE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Chapman Puts End to Skid With Victory Over USC
UNLV Beats Northridge to End Series MIKE HISERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Icing Opponents Is Ortega's Way to Beat the Heat : Softball: Winning helps La Habra pitcher, who has nine victories, ease self-imposed pressure. FERNANDO DOMINGUEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Elliott Wins Fourth NASCAR Race in Row From Staff and Wire Reports
When Flag Is Up, Agassi Comes Through : Davis Cup: He beats Novacek in deciding match after Sampras loses to Korda. THOMAS BONK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rodman Does Little, but the Spurs Do Less From Associated Press
Santiago Demands a Trade : Padres: All-Star catcher says his bags are already packed. BOB NIGHTENGALE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AMERICA'S CUP '92 : Kiwis, Italians Rise to the Occasion : Challengers: New Zealand ends Nippon's win streak, and Il Moro di Venezia beats an embarrassed French syndicate. RICH ROBERTS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Crane Lifts USD to Victory Over Pepperdine
Yamaguchi on Top of World Again : Figure skating: She is first American woman to defend her title since Peggy Fleming in 1968. Kerrigan is second. RANDY HARVEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BUSINESS
Dollar General: Low-End Focus, High Return : Retailing: Profit at the chain, which serves mostly working-class customers, jumped a whopping 47% to $21.5 million last year. From Associated Press
Stock Funds' Cash Rise Has a Downside TOM PETRUNO
Japan From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Orders for Machine Tools Rise in February From Reuters
Topics Where Investors Need Better Grounding RUSS WILES, Russ Wiles is a financial writer for the Arizona Republic specializing in mutual funds
Australia From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Occupation: Bartender Researched by ROSE APODACA / Los Angeles Times
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
New Investors Worry Some Managers TOM PETRUNO
Porsche Grandson Tapped at Volkswagen From Associated Press
Energy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Japan Has Yet to Be Grade-A Spot for Foreign Beef : Trade: The market is open, but the tariff on meat is high and many retailers aren't passing on savings from imports. LESLIE HELM, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sticker That Became Sticky Issue at Boeing Associated Press
China Raising Housing Prices the Next 3 Years : Real estate: The object is to generate money to fix up the many substandard accommodations. From Reuters
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
China From Times Staff and Wire Reports
The Philippines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Japan From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Flying in Fashion JAMES BATES
Melting-Pot Firm Zeroes In on Map Market : Airborne Systems in Anaheim hires photogrammetrists worldwide to use aerial photographs to survey large tracts of land. CRISTINA LEE
High-Profile Academy Award Assignment a Public Relations Gold Mine for Price Waterhouse DAVID WILLMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Printronix, IRVINE Researched by DALLAS M. JACKSON / Los Angeles Times
It's Sweet Smell of Success at Sludge-Conversion Firm : Environment: The Ohio firm's process allows sewage residue to be changed into fertilizer. From Associated Press
LIONEL PUNCHARD, President, First Republic Mortgage Corp. John O'Dell, Times Staff Writer
Renault Closing 'Workers' Fortress' : Automobiles: The plant on an island in the Seine on Tuesday ends six decades of industrial might and union militancy. From Associated Press
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