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What happened on May 28, 1993
ENTERTAINMENT
Movie Reviews : Not Much Plot to Hang Onto : 'Cliffhanger' has plenty of mayhem, high-flying stunts and sadistic fight scenes, but the story falls short. By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
Whoopi & Ted's 'America': A Grand Ol' Comedy By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THEATER REVIEW : 'From the Top!' a Good Idea Gone Up in Flames : Carol Burnett vehicle is an extended TV skit-- stampeding snippets of American song that shortchange the work of the lyricists and composers. By Sylvie Drake, TIMES THEATER CRITIC EMERITUS
The Arts By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
Television By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
People Watch By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
People Watch By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
People Watch By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
The Arts By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
The Arts By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
Television By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
Television By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
The Arts By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Happily Ever After': Sadly Disappointing By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
JAZZ REVIEW : Brazilian Melodies Amid the Clatter By Don Heckman
Joe Lovano's Fresh, Unbridled 'Language' By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Quality, but Not in All Things By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Expert Actresses, Dated 'Daughters' By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'AIDS / US / WOMEN' Packs a Wallop By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rediscovering the Best of Frankie Miller By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
O.C. THEATER / LORI E. PIKE : Interpreting the Shades of C.S. Lewis By Lori E. Pike
Artist Delays Opening of 'Twilight' : Theater: Anna Deavere Smith is still researching the much-anticipated solo show based on last year's riots. It is now scheduled to premiere at the Mark Taper Forum on June 13. By Don Shirley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Columbia Move on Arnolds Movie Raises Budget Issue By Terry Pristin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Late Fiesta Gets Show on the Road : Festival: Postponed by the Rodney G. King trial, the celebration--with eight stages each presenting four to 12 acts--takes place Sunday in downtown L.A. By Robin Rauzi, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Leno Calls Telecast on 'Cheers' 'a Mistake' : Drunken Cast Members Ruined 'Tonight' Broadcast From Boston Bar, He Says from Reuters
Arts Partisans Angry at Clinton Administration : Politics: They are criticizing the President for a perceived lack of support, particularly over the failure to name an NEA chairman. By Amei Wallach, NEWSDAY
KNBC Makes Inroads Into KABC Local News Hold By Steve Weinstein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
There Was No Jazz on TV, So He Started His Own Show : John Sterling's public-access program, which can be seen on four cable systems in Southern California, as well as in New York and Boston, features top performers. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sony, Philips Still Believe in Disc Formats By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
National Video Rentals : 'Passenger 57' Riding High on Charts By Dennis Hunt
Good vs. Bad on TV: Check the Scorecard By Howard Rosenberg
Lucci Loses Emmy for 14th Time : Television: She's beat out of best actress honors by 'Another World's' Linda Dano. CBS' 'Young and Restless' wins the best drama series award. From The Associated Press
THEATER REVIEWS : 'Red Hot' Is Warmhearted, Humorous Fare : The Long Beach Playhouse production is infused with homeyness and nostalgia by director J.D. Reichelderfer. By M.E. Warren, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEWS : 'Death and the Maiden': Passion Without Tension : San Diego Repertory's committed cast of three captures the political and sexual injustices, but the production gives away too much to be taut. By Nancy Churnin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEWS : 'Paper' Is Thin on Plot, Thick on Promise : Production in Santa Ana Features Worthy Performances in Property That Deserves Further Work By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MOVIE REVIEW : Rhetorical Question: 'Who Killed Vincent Chin?' : Thought-provoking documentary leaves conclusions to viewers at UCI's Asian/Pacific Film and Video Festival. By Mark Chalon Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Lagunatics' Returns for Day Without Art
NEWS
'The Shaughraun': Director Wanted By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Yet Another Too-Examined Life By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Clear-Eyed Vision in 'On the Blink' By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pop Album Chart : 'janet.' Is Queen--at Least for Now : Pop Album Chart : Rank Rank 2 Weeks Last Weeks on the Week Ago Chart 1."janet.," Janet Jackson -- -- 1 2."The Bodyguard," soundtrack 1 1 27 3."Get a Grip," Aerosmith 2 3 5 4."Pocket Full of Kryptonite," Spin Doctors 4 4 49 5."Breathless," Kenny G 3 2 27 6."Tell Me Why," Wynonna 5 -- 2 7."The Chronic," Dr. Dre 6 5 22 8."It's About Time," SWV 8 8 20 9."Alive III," Kiss -- -- 1 10."Ten Summoner's Tales," Sting 10 11 11 * "Bigger, Better, Faster, More!," 4 Non Blondes 45 53 10 : Source: Billboard/Soundscan By Dennis Hunt
Fire Fees
Free Speech
Social Ills
Hollywood and Clinton
Living With Violence
Travel Office
Countywide : Holiday Closings
President's Popularity
Blue Ribbon Award
OPENING HIT: Andy Small, Cal State Northridge's leading...
PRIVATE JOKE: Tiny Toluca Lake, astride the North...
WAVE THE FLAG: The Fullerton Republican Women, Federated... By Davan Maharaj and Mike Penner and Shelby Grad
SELL JOBS: Housing sales are edging back up in Ventura... By Gary Gorman
LAW ALERT: Think twice before snapping on your car alarm... By Mike Penner and Davan Maharaj and Shelby Grad
TEENS IMPRISONED: In one of the Valley's most brutally...
LATINO FINANCE: A new list of the nation's 500 biggest...
SOCCER FEVER: The U.S. national soccer team moved to... By Davan Maharaj and Shelby Grad and Mike Penner
SHEER PLEASURE: Today's opening of "Cliffhanger" (F1... By Gary Gorman
TAKING TIME: Two years after being released by the Angels... By Shelby Grad and Davan Maharaj and Mike Penner
DUCK LUCK: When they saw a mallard duck waddling down... By Gary Gorman
FAR OUT: OK, so they believe in UFOs. That doesn't mean... By Gary Gorman
\o7 Snapshots of life in the Golden State.\f7 : Palm Desert Putters With Solution to Air Pollution By Paul Feldman
Carlton E. Morse; Created Radio's 'One Man's Family' By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Paul Rosenfield; Covered Hollywood for The Times
John Holland; Veteran of Theater, Cinema and Television
Wilson to Rule on Inmates' Battered-Women Pleas : Abuse: Governor may reduce some sentences today. But most of those seeking clemency will be rejected. By Virginia Ellis and Patt Morrison, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
COLUMN ONE : Hush-Hush Military Maneuvers : Top officers hope to outflank one another to succeed Colin Powell as chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff. Strategies include quiet negotiations and stealth attacks on rivals. By Melissa Healy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Mafia Terror' Blamed in Blast at Italy Museum By Joel Havemann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Most Schools Reject All-Year Class Schedule By Henry Chu, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Double the Determination to Succeed : Twins: Santa Ana sisters struggle to support themselves and pay tuition at a private high school. By Maresa Archer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Gays-in-Military Agreement Near, President Says By Melissa Healy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Inflation Scare Haunts U.S. Policy-Makers, Investors : Economy: Despite evidence of stability in prices, a financial anxiety attack is putting pressure on the Fed. By Jonathan Peterson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Croat Leader Seeks Own Bosnia State By Carol J. Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
House, in Cliffhanger, Passes Clinton's Deficit-Cutting Plan : Budget: $496-billion bill is approved by a narrow six-vote margin. President calls the vote 'courageous.' Measure faces strong opposition in the Senate. By William J. Eaton and Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Clinton Denies Charges He's 'Gone Hollywood' : White House: President admits mistakes in handling haircut, travel office flaps during TV 'town meeting.' By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Assembly OKs Bill Cutting Staff, Salaries : Legislature: Measure would eliminate 190 public information officers and reduce wages for some state commission members. Overall, about $51 million would be saved next year. By Jerry Gillam, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Yorker Libel Case Goes to Jury : Courts: Psychoanalyst was subjected to ridicule by disputed quotes used in article, his attorney says. Writer's lawyers say the material was an accurate reflection of comments he made. By Jenifer Warren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
5.0 Quake Rattles Central Valley
Reinstated Premier Wins Pakistan Confidence Vote Times Wire Services
Cambodian Rebels Shift Stance, Turn Up to Vote : Asia: The Khmer Rouge, with no candidates running, had spurned the election and threatened to disrupt it. By Charles P. Wallace, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Guatemalans Protest Leader's Power Grab By Tracy Wilkinson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HOLOCAUST : Jews in Australia Upset by Acquittal in 1942 War Crimes By Bob Drogin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ENVIRONMENT : British Columbia Runs Into Buzz Saw of Criticism on Plan to Log Rain Forest : The provincial government bought shares in the firm that got the concession. By Helen Maserati, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
British Finance Chief Ousted in Cabinet Shake-Up By William Tuohy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
To Media, White House Staff Has Become a Joke : Press corps: The issue of the moment is not the substance of Clinton's ideas. It is that the President's team must prove it's not incompetent. By Thomas B. Rosenstiel, TIMES STAFF WRITER
State's Democrats Split on Budget Vote : Congress: A freshman from San Diego agonizes but supports the President. Two of three conservatives from the San Joaquin Valley vote no. By James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : House Verdict on Clinton: It's a Yes ... But : Politics: Razor-thin victory presages rough road ahead for President's agenda. Rostenkowski comes through in pinch, delivers crucial 'aye' votes. By John M. Broder and Karen Tumulty, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Easing Burden of Health Payroll Tax Is Weighed By Edwin Chen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Catholic Leaders Mourn Slain Mexican Cardinal \o7 Reuters\f7
Station Gets DJ Out of Its Hair After Stunt That Tangled Bay Bridge Traffic Associated Press
Wilson's Popularity Dips to Historic Low Associated Press
Three Children Die in Fire Caused by Candles Associated Press
Florida Jury Gets Lozano Case; Governor Alerts National Guard From Associated Press
Panel OKs Bill to Allow Suits Against Rapists From Associated Press
FBI Admits Photos of Idaho Shootout Scene Were Staged From Associated Press
Connecticut Senate OKs Assault-Weapons Ban : Gun control: Vote in the home of large firearms firms has huge symbolic value, backers say. By Sara Fritz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bill Extends Self-Defense Rights to Battered Spouses By Patt Morrison, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Commuters Will Be Rolling Under Some Graves in Oregon Reuters
Officer Shoots Black Bear to Death at Firing Range Associated Press
Turtle Deaths Spark Suit Reuters
State Will Lose 902 Jobs in Air Force Realignment By Glenn F. Bunting, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Three to Join Illinois' Route 66 Hall of Fame Associated Press
Jury Starts Deliberating Florida Lozano Case Reuters
Gunman Slain; Officer Suffers Critical Wounds Associated Press
Stung by Criticism, Christopher Defends America's Leadership By Times Staff Writer
Russian Court OKs Vote to Strip Yeltsin of Media Control By Times Staff Writer
2nd Sailor Joined in Fatal Beating of Gay : Japan: But he received only a four-month term. Documents show that two attackers stalked victim. By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Saudis Prevent Mecca Rally Reuters
Accord Seeks Safeguards in International Adoptions Associated Press
House, in Cliffhanger, Passes Clinton's Deficit-Cutting Plan : Budget: $496-billion package is approved by a narrow six-vote margin. President calls the vote 'courageous.' Measure faces strong opposition in the Senate. By William J. Eaton and Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Family Fun Close to Home : Six Flags Magic Mountain has added a High Sierra attraction that mom and dad can enjoy with the kids. By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dramatic Improvement : CSUN's 'Foreign Language Theatre' gives students the chance to increase their fluency as they learn their lines. By Michael Arkush, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Still Playing Solo : Grammy-nominated drummer Terri-Lyne Carrington is looking for a recording company that will appreciate her eclectic sound. She'll be at La Ve Lee tonight. By Don Heckman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Don Heckman writes regularly about music for The Times. \f7
Across-the-Board Musician : Jazz artist Leon (Ndugu) Chancler says his band allows him to express his liking for the entire spectrum of contemporary music. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Zan Stewart writes regularly about jazz for The Times. \f7
Focus on 3 Legends : A veteran actress marks her Los Angeles theater debut by portraying the 19th-Century's Sarah Bernhardt, Eleanora Duse and Ellen Terry. By Janice Arkatov, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Janice Arkatov writes about theater for The Times\f7
THEATER REVIEW : Dysfunctional '50s : William Inge's 'Come Back, Little Sheba' illuminated co- dependency decades before the concept was invented. By Ray Loynd, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Ray Loynd writes regularly about theater for The Times\f7
COVER STORY : Against the Tide : Understated Toluca Lake Offers Sophisticated Calm in Urban Storm By Jeff Prugh, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COVER STORY : Bing's Buddies Liked to Play Games By Jeff Prugh
COVER STORY : A West-to-East Walking Tour
The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled for The...
A Botanical Fantasy in Van Nuys : The Japanese Garden was designed to show the feasibility of using reclaimed water in a delicate environment. By David Lustig, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 David Lustig is a Chatsworth writer. \f7
GETAWAYS : Overseas to a Small Island : The mainland becomes a distant memory as you cross from Ventura Harbor to Anacapa, part of America's only oceanic-island national park. By Walter Houk, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Walter Houk writes frequently about recreation for Valley Life. \f7
Front Yard Desert : Landscape contractor puts Van Nuys woman's lawn out of its misery and creates an arid garden with warm gold tones. By Susan Heeger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Susan Heeger writes regularly about gardening for The Times. \f7
Doll Doctor on Duty : Newhall shop has supplies for owners and collectors and will repair heirlooms and favorites. By Maryann Hammers, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Maryann Hammers writes regularly for The Times. and \f7
Slip-on New Look : For some of the best prices around for chair and sofa covers and upholstery, Hal David Interiors is worth a visit. By Geri Cook, \o7 Geri Cook's Bargains column runs every Friday in Valley Life\f7
Fighting Fear of Doctors : Parents can help ease children's distress about health care. Pediatric Projects has toys and books to mitigate the dread. By R. Daniel Foster, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 R. Daniel Foster writes regularly for The Times\f7
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Stick to the Cactus : The fat spears coated with a spicy batter and plunged into a deep fryer, are the single best reason to seek out Wild Bill's Bar-B-Que. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Just Call Her 'Barbara Bush Jr.' By Debra Gendel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Fit for the '40s By Betty Goodwin
Like 'Soul Train,' Only With Snow By Bill Higgins
BOOK REVIEW : Love, Politics Intertwine in Wry Romance : CLEOPATRA'S SISTER \o7 by Penelope Lively\f7 HarperCollins: $20, 282 pages By Elaine Kendall, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Boxer Rebellion : Silks. Pastels. Metallic thongs! More and more men are forsaking their plain white underwear for something a lot racier. These are not your father's skivvies. By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Lusty V-8 and Lots More By Paul Dean
Sole Good : For Summer, If the Funky and Chunky Shoes Fit, Wear 'Em By Rose-marie Turk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
They're Faire-Weather Costume Makers By Laura Henning, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Forget the Polka Dots By David Wharton
Optic Verve By Rose Apodaca
It's Not Gender That Drives the Desires By Ann Conway and Patrick Mott
"The Elegant Man: How to Construct the Ideal Wardrobe" By Maria D. Laso
To Go to the Head of the Class, Jump on the Bandanna Wagon By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Behind The Scenes : Most Excellent Dressers, and a Few Geeks, Check Out the Local Motion at Waterman's Ball By Rose Apodaca
Mere Cash Couldn't Buy Cashmere If Someone Hadn't Combed the Himalayas for Goat Coats By John Morell
Summer Hats Tout Fashion Statement By April Jackson
Behind the Scenes : Big Guns Take Aim at AIDS in Metropolis Fashion Show By Rose Apodaca
Cafe Society : Coffeehouses awaken blends of fashion, from bistro bohemian to saucy and sophisticated. Spectators can sip back and watch the percolating parade pass by.
BUSINESS
Calling Up New Telecommunications Services : Developer to Build In High-Tech Wiring By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Sad Westside Story : Home Prices Have Declined as Much as 50% Since the 1980s By David W. Myers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Calling Up New Telecommunications Services : Different Tab for Wireless Phone Users By Carla Lazzareschi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Budget Airlines Poised for a Dogfight in California : Travel: Expansion plans of Reno and Southwest could boost passenger traffic to levels not seen since the mid-1980s. By Jesus Sanchez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Time Warner Faces Scrutiny From Seagram : Media: A big battle for control is unlikely. But the new investors are not likely to sit quietly on the sidelines. By Kathryn Harris, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Entertainment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Chevron's Changes Stress Focus on West : Marketing: The oil company will sell two refineries and scores of service stations east of the Rocky Mountains. By Martha Groves, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALIFORNIA ALMANAC / Latino Business : State Leads the Nation
Dow Advances 14.67, Extends Record Streak : Market Overview \f7 and \o7 Highlights of Thursday's market activity, compiled from Times staff and wire reports:
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Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
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Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
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AAA Sees More Travel--Except in West By Denise Gellene
Gold and Energy Push Amex Index to Record Values By Tom Petruno
Sinking Dollar Fuels Gold; Dow Adds 14 : Market Overview \o7 Highlights of Thursday's market activity, compiled from Times staff and wire reports:\f7
Mexico's NAFTA Lobbying Called a Record : Trade: Meanwhile, the White House is considering action to counteract Ross Perot's opposition to the accord. By James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Stacking Up Sales
Seagram Scion No Newcomer to Hollywood By Alan Citron
Pay TV: Encore Media Corp. will get first-run releases...
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Leonard Goldberg to Set Up Shop at Fox : Hollywood: The move signals an aggressive effort by the studio brass to firm up relationships with more filmmakers. By Claudia Eller, TIMES MOVIE EDITOR
Ex-NBC Exec to Develop TV Programs for World Cup
Lon Adams has been appointed director of strategic...
Liquid Assets : Hansen Natural Corp. in Anaheim Seeks to Expand Its Market By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Calling Up New Telecommunications Services : Developer to Build In High-Tech Wiring By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Interlink Pitch Barred After SEC Complaint : Courts: Costa Mesa company is accused of fraudulently raising $10 million in video phone network investments. By Ted Johnson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Banking Compiled by James S. Granelli / Times staff writer
Banking Compiled by James S. Granelli / Times staff writer
Firm Found Fresh Niche by Quenching a Thirst By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BANKING : Keating Assails Thrift Office for Allegations Involving Lincoln S&L Compiled by James S. Granelli / Times staff writer
County Has 18 of the Top 500 Latino-Owned Firms : Ratings: Hispanic Business magazine says top-ranked local company is Infotec Development of Santa Ana. Sales were $126 million in 1992. By Anne Michaud, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Toshiba Distribution Deal: Toshiba America Information...
Plumbers Union Pickets in Anaheim Arena Dispute
Litigation Support Director Named
Metalcald Losses Grow: Metalclad Corp., the Newport Beach...
Alpha Micro Acquisition: Alpha Microsystems said Thursday...
Travel Insurance Can Offer Financial, Emotional Relief : Security: Choosing the right plan, though, can be confusing given the range of available coverage. Associated Press
Koll Co. Extends Reach Into Mexico With Industrial Park By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Companies Honored: The 24th annual West Awards in...
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
A Plausible Pause: It's the Economy : Wilson opts to slow down on water projects
Keep These Cultural Gems Alive : Help needed for Science and Industry and Afro-American museums
Sudden Regression in Guatemala
POLITICIAN WATCH : Foot in Mouth
CALIFORNIA COMMENTARY : A Family Spat Goes Public : Ex-allies Tom Bradley and Maxine Waters mix it up, but there's room enough for both in L.A.'s black community. By Raphael J. Sonenshein, \o7 Raphael J. Sonenshein, an associate professor of political science at California State University, Fullerton, is the author of "Politics in Black and White: Race and Power in Los Angeles," published this month by Princeton University Press. \f7
COLUMN LEFT/ EDMUND G. BROWN JR. : Sham Reforms Perpetuate 'Greedlock' : We won't have truly free elections until we go beyond half measures that rely on wealth. By Edmund G. Brown Jr., \o7 Edmund G. Brown Jr., governor of California from 1975 to 1983 and a former presidential candidate, is chairman of the citizen's group We the People. and \f7
California Could Use a Foreign Policy : The economy: This state's size and its unique needs merit a homegrown approach to trade and other growth-related areas. By Sergio Munoz, \o7 Sergio Munoz is a senior fellow at the Center for the New West and a Times contributing editor. \f7
COLUMN RIGHT/ BRIAN O'LEARY BENNETT : Clinton Plan: Only Insiders Need Apply : Caps on personal spending, contributions would shut out outsiders, lock in incumbents. By Brian O'Leary Bennett, \f7 and \o7 Brian O'Leary Bennett is former \f7 c\o7 hief of \f7 s\o7 taff to Rep. Robert K. Dornan (R-Garden Grove). He lives in Garden Grove.
Gawkers' block at 1,000 feet: As KNX's retiring Bill Keene... By Steve Harvey
A Quiet Getaway : Communities: Residents of Antelope Acres in the High Desert say it's a welcome change from big-city bustle. But many fear development still may intrude. By Matthew Heller, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Neighbors Shaken by Shooting : Crime: A sidewalk shrine has sprung up in slain man's memory. His death leaves some among West Hollywood's gays feeling victimized. By Bettina Boxall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tests on Man Killed by Police Fuel Controversy : Violence: A coroner's report may be used to dispute official account of South-Central man's death. Report finds him free of gunshot residue. By Henry Weinstein, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Budget Cuts Would Curtail Prosecutions, D.A. Warns By David Ferrell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOCAL ELECTIONS / L.A. MAYOR : Police Union Backs Riordan Despite Arrests By Greg Krikorian and Richard Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
LOS ANGELES : 26 Sue Over Injuries in Pico-Union Apartment Fire
LOS ANGELES : Author of Book on Slaying Faces Plagiarism Trial
COMPTON : Moore Accuses Rival of Seizing Her Campaign Signs
LOS ANGELES : Trial Ordered in Shooting Spree at MCA Headquarters
LOS ANGELES : 2 Charges in Shooting at Denny's Truck Dismissed
SANTA CATALINA ISLAND : Woman Killed as Van Plunges Off 800-Foot Cliff
LOS ANGELES : Cleared Inmate's Damage Award in Legal Snare
\o7 A look at noteworthy addresses in the Southland.\f7 Elizabeth Glaser delivered the commencement speech last Friday to the UCLA Medical School graduating class. Glaser, who is infected with HIV, co-founded the Pediatric AIDS Foundation. From her address:
Countdown to Election Day : 11 Days Left in the L.A. Mayoral Campaign
Bradley OKs $3.9-Billion City Budget : Finances: The retiring mayor approves all but one measure. He expresses concern over governor's proposal to move property tax funds from local governments to schools. By Marc Lacey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woo Ads: 1 Positive, 1 Negative
Buddhist Rituals, Festivities in Southland to Honor Birth of the 'Enlightened One' By K. Connie Kang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Whether it's fine art or Thai food you're after, chances...
House Of Representatives
A sign outside the H2O restaurant in Manhattan Beach... By Michael Krikorian
Obituaries
Time Is Now to Create El Toro Plan : Ideas for conversion are plentiful. What's missing is the bipartisan leadership that would make all the difference. By Larry Agran, \o7 Larry Agran, an attorney, is the former mayor of Irvine. He is currently working on a public policy project for the U.S. Conference of Mayors. and \f7
Obituaries
Skipping Prom Night Means Dancing to Another Tune By Dana Parsons
A Legal Precedent for Paraplegic : Education: Julie Alban, paralyzed after a 1988 shooting, is about to get her law school degree and will establish a scholarship for others in wheelchairs. By David Haldane, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sheriff Won't Yield to City on Jail Transfers : Courts: He says judicial ban on crowding made him break his word--'I'd violate any rule.' By Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rape Crisis Center, Hot Line to Close for Lack of Funds By Marla Cone, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Few Good Noses : INS Demonstrates Dogged Agents of Detection By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ALAMITOS : Parents Protest End of Music Elective By Bert Eljera
PLACENTIA / YORBA LINDA : School Board Acts on Boundary Changes By Danielle A. Fouquette
ANAHEIM : 2-Vehicle Crash Near School Injures 8 By Greg Hernandez
FULLERTON : Voluntary School Uniform Plan OKd By Willson Cummer
IRVINE : Report on Youth Violence Praised By Shelby Grad
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Apartment Gutted in Smoking-Related Fire
ORANGE : Private Firm Will Maintain City Trees
ORANGE : 1-Year-Old Boy Who Fell Into Pool Dies By Greg Hernandez
WESTMINSTER : Council OKs Plan for Measure M Funding By Andrea Heiman
SANTA ANA : Jury Says DeHoyos Sane During Crimes By Rene Lynch
SANTA ANA : Immigrant Tuition Bill Backed by Board By Jon Nalick
ORANGE : El Modena Principal Wins Statewide Title
DANA POINT : Loving Tops Grandma's to-Do List By Anna Cekola
Countywide : Tollway Backers Win Another Court Battle By Jeffrey A. Perlman
Orange Schools to Cut 28 Teachers : Education: The district hopes to save $1.5 million. But the layoffs will increase class sizes to at least 32 in the fall. By Helaine Olen, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Youth Injured in Drive-By Shooting
Golden West College Picks New President : Education: Trustees unanimously voted to promote Philip Westin, vice president of instruction, to the post. He starts his job on July 1.
Ex-Lawyer Accused of Stealing $1.8 Million From Trust : Arrest: Richard Eric Boehm is held on $1-million bail. Investigator says the alleged theft from a paralyzed man is one of largest in county involving a single victim. By Eric Young, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Attorneys Say Sniper Aimed at MCA's Image By Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / L.A. MAYOR : Union Backs Riordan Despite Past Arrest By Richard Simon and Greg Krikorian, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Septic Tank Waste Plan Called Threat to Park Space : Environment: The city proposal would allow sewage to be trucked to a treatment plant in the Sepulveda Basin. Critics challenge it. By John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Senate Backs Rosenthal Bill on Lawmakers' Security By Mark Gladstone, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Welcome Delivery : Messenger Service Workers Give Meals to the Homeless While on Courier Routes By Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SHERMAN OAKS, STUDIO CITY : Ban Extended on Large Buildings By Scott Glover
VAN NUYS : Closing Arguments Made in Perjury Case By Thom Mrozek
City to Honor VFW for Years of Service By Carmen Valencia
STUDIO CITY : Condo Project's Height Investigated By Scott Glover
L.A. Fiesta Broadway Detours
VAN NUYS : Deputy Arraigned on Sex Charges By Thom Mrozek
PACOIMA : Students Take Part in Graffiti Paint-Out By Carmen Valencia
Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : Initiative on Vouchers for Private Schools By Matthew Heller
CHATSWORTH : Summit Aimed at Preventing Violence By Jill Leovy
AIDS Clinic at Harbor-UCLA Doubles in Size : Medicine: Patients hail the $515,000 expansion at the facility, which now has 15 examining rooms. The staff has not grown, but one doctor says waiting times should decrease. By Deborah Schoch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Second Chance to Fly : Teacher Nurtures Nature by Aiding Injured Wildlife at Her Rancho Palos Verdes Home By Ann Johnson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GLENDALE : City Allocates Funds in Revitalization Bid By Diana Kim
Sisters Put a Spin on Reviewing Movies : Criticism: Newsletter goes beyond the ratings to explain to parents when depictions of sex and violence may be suitable for viewing by their children. By Martin Miller, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Groups Join to Protest Proposed Budget Cuts : Revenue: Law enforcement and community groups in Lomita and Lennox plan to rally against Gov. Pete Wilson's plan to divert local property taxes to pay the state deficit. By Anthony Millican, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WESTLAKE VILLAGE : City Plans to Regulate Mobile Car Washers By Kurt Pitzer
AGOURA HILLS : Outdoor Recreation Center Considered By Kurt Pitzer
BURBANK : City Seeks Federal Funds to Buy Vans By Ed Bond
RESEDA : Officer, Firefighter of the Year Named By Jill Leovy
GLENDALE : City Sets Up Boxing Program for Teens By Tommy Li
GLENDALE : 2nd Suspect Held in Fatal Shooting By Tommy Li
McKeon Accepts Presidential Invitation, but Is Left With Regrets By Alan C. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A SALUTE TO SOLDIERS : Memorial Day is still a time of pride, honor and grief for many Americans. By Mary Helen Berg
Area Lawmakers Split on Clinton Economic Plan By Alan C. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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Youngest Sister Sentenced to Youth Authority for 1991 Murder of Neighbor : Courts: Three teen-age girls took part in the brutal stabbing of a woman who had befriended them. Their motive remains unknown. By Julio Moran, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / L.A. CITY COUNCIL : Hall Takes Big Fund-Raising Lead Over Alarcon in Battle for Valley Seat By Jack Cheevers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Air National Guard Base to Be Trimmed Under Pentagon Restructuring : Military: The Ventura County unit, once based in Van Nuys, will lose nearly 200 personnel in a cost-cutting move. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Charting a New Course : Ethnic Leaders Muster Their Resolve for Change After a Tumultuous Year Following the Riots By Robert J. Lopez and Lucille Renwick and Diane Seo, Times Staff Writers
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : County Relents on Districts' Battle Over 9th-Graders By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Classroom Access for Bible Groups Considered : Religion: The Hart school district now allows only curriculum-related groups to use the sites. By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Cutbacks Anticipated at Palmdale Air Force Plant By John Chandler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : County Planning Panel OKs 1,544-Home Project Near Saugus By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 18-Month Battle Over Closure of VFW Post Ends Peacefully By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 5 Arrested in Union Protest at Palmdale Construction Site By Timothy Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Water District Withdraws From Lawsuit Over Ritter Ranch Agreement By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Oak Park High Wins Blue Ribbon : Education: The national award is the second in two years for the small district. An Oxnard school is also cited. By Sara Catania and Doug Mcclellan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Women Seabees Hope to Nail Down Combat Role : Military: Navy officials at Port Hueneme expect the Pentagon to loosen its gender restrictions on battlefield personnel. By Maia Davis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Education Games : Students Watch Course Work Come Alive at Simi Valley 'Olympiad' By Brenda Day, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Simi School, City Officials Support Center for Youths By James Maiella Jr., SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Oxnard School Bucks Odds, Wins National Honors By Sara Catania and Doug Mcclellan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Home Sales in County Climb by 3% : Real estate: The market bucks the downward trend of neighboring areas. But analysts say don't be too optimistic. By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officers Arrest 9 in Oxnard Drug Raids : Crime: A multi-agency task force conducts assault on nine homes. The city was used as a major cocaine distribution point, agents say. By Julie Fields, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Chavez Home In Oxnard Was Razed Years Ago : La Colonia: Mourners mistakenly visited a dwelling next to the site where the late labor leader lived as a boy. By Fred Alvarez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THOUSAND OAKS : Students Earn Cash for School in Read-a-Thon By Carlos V. Lozano
THOUSAND OAKS : Cost of Service Center Rises to $4.2 Million By Stephanie Simon
Judge Refuses to Drop Plane Owner From Suit By Jeff Mcdonald
THOUSAND OAKS : Students Share Their Native Cultures at Fair By Brenda Day
Attorney Calls on D.A. to Retract Statement By Jeff Mcdonald
SANTA PAULA : Motivational Speaker Faces Tough Crowd By Patrick Mccartney
CAMARILLO : Woman Says Pharmacy Gave Her Wrong Drug By Jeff Mcdonald
VENTURA : Appeals Court Upholds Judgment Against Port By Barbara Murphy
VENTURA : Burglar Takes $3,100 From Restaurant Safe By Julie Fields
CAMARILLO : Political Club Seeks Funds for Needy Youth By Maia Davis
Area's Lawmakers Split on Plan : Economy: But both congressmen cite overwhelming opposition from constituents to Clinton's program. By Alan C. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Districts Load Up on State School Honors : Academics: Thirteen elementary campuses have been saluted by the same program. Six are from the Ventura district. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
Angels Are Back in First : Baseball: Team moves into tie with White Sox after Sanderson pitches five-hitter to beat Mariners, 5-0. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NHL PLAYOFFS : Kings Go North, Not South : Game 6: Gretzky's overtime goal forces deciding game in Toronto after L.A. blows 4-2 lead in third period. By Lisa Dillman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
With Young Ryan, On-Deck Batters Turned to Beggars By Mal Florence
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TENNIS / FRENCH OPEN : Upset of Chang Hits Him Hard By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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Ohlmeyer, a Big Shot at NBC, Calls Shots for ABC at Indy 500 By Larry Stewart
WOMEN'S SOFTBALL / COLLEGE WORLD SERIES : Fernandez Pitches 10th No-Hitter By Paige A. Leech, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SuperSonics Return to Seattle With Visions of Setting Suns By Scott Howard-cooper
COLLEGE BASEBALL / NCAA REGIONAL PLAYOFFS : Local Teams Open With Wins From Staff and Wire Reports
INDIANAPOLIS 500 / UPDATE : Tracy Misses a Day for Special Delivery By Shav Glick
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Murphy Retires With 398 Homers Associated Press
GOLF ROUNDUP : Baker-Finch Takes a Drop, and the Crowd Goes Wild From Associated Press
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Rodgers at a Loss With His Bullpen By Bob Nightengale
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Reds Beat Braves in Ninth From Associated Press
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Royals Win, 6-4, Pull Within One in West From Associated Press
THOROUGHBRED RACING : Drawing Auxiliary Gate Leaves Horses With Only Outside Shot By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HOLLYWOOD PARK : Favored Potridee Wins Feature Race Associated Press
Sales' Heroics Save the Day for North Torrance in Win Over Alemany By Duane Plank, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
El Camino Real's Wolf Is Pitcher Perfect Against Banning : Preps: Left-hander retires all 21 Pilot batters and the Conquistadores win, 5-0, in a City 4-A quarterfinal game. By Rob Fernas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gardena Girls Are 2nd in City By Mitch Polin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Peninsula Boys Hold Off Corona Del Mar
PREP TRACK / MASTERS MEET : Eventful Day: Jones Will Have Busy Schedule By Eric Shepard, TIMES PREP SPORTS EDITOR
PREP TRACK / CITY CHAMPIONSHIPS : DeSaussure Wins 100, 200, 400 By Eric Shepard, TIMES PREP SPORTS EDITOR
Small Hits Add Up for CSUN : College baseball: He slams two home runs and Contreras shuts down St. John's for 3-1 victory. By Theresa Munoz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF / FRED ROBLEDO : The Secret of Sea-Aire Revealed
Wolf Follows No-Hitter With Perfect Game : High school baseball: El Camino Real left-hander stymies Banning, 5-0. By Jason H. Reid, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Taft Finally Up to Task, Brings Down Kennedy : High school baseball: Toreadors push across a run in the seventh inning to score 7-6 victory. By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TRACK AND FIELD / CITY SECTION CHAMPIONSHIPS : Taft's DeSaussure Shakes Off Butterflies to Sweep Sprints By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Morningside Gearing Up for Run at Titles By Mitch Polin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Down and Dirty Wins for Simi Valley, 1-0 : High school softball: Cunningham beats out a bunt and later slides home with the only run in the sixth to beat El Modena. By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Monroe Beats San Fernando on Bad-Hop Hit By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chatsworth Posts 4-1 Win Over Sylmar
Cal Lutheran's Berman Named All-American
Cal Lutheran Is Rained Out
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL ROUNDUP : Richardson Hurls 2-Hitter to Help Camarillo Advance
HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS : Burbank Banks on Doubles Win
Quiles Wins Unanimous Decision By Steve Kresal, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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DIVISION III SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS : Irvine Reaches Semifinals By Heather Stevens
DIVISION II SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS : Moore's Heroics, Ortega's Pitching Propel La Habra By Tom Birschbach, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Matadors Hope New Ball Means New Ballgame : College softball: Northridge sluggers to face Southwestern Louisiana, hoping to change tradition of low-scoring games in World Series. By Paige A. Leech, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DIVISION I SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS : This Time, Freshman Gives Ocean View a Lift By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DIVISION VI SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS : Liberty Christian Rally Falls Short By Eric Maddy
PREP NOTES : McNary Quits Servite Baseball
Division I Softball Playoffs By Mike Wojciechowski
SOUTHERN SECTION BASEBALL PLAYOFFS : Jones Has Esperanza Feeling Better By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Division Iii Softball Playoffs
Peace of Mind Helps Abrams Find Success By Barbie Ludovise
University Falls as Shuffle Fails By Kim Q. Berkshire, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Opportunity Slips Away for Sea Kings By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sunny Hills Gains Final With Singular Victory By Lauri Lappin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Titans' DeWalt Receives Honor
Summer Basketball League Moving to the Bren Center By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Christ College Irvine Lands 6-8 Post Player
Orange Coast's Folsom Saves His Best for Last By Steve Kresal, TIMES STAFF WRITER
She's Trying to Make Her Beach Volleyball Game Picture-Perfect By John Weyler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Titans Count on Cast of Characters in Regional By Scott Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Single-Minded Distance Aces Shift Course : Track and field: Casillas, Skieresz among five local runners to focus on one event at Masters Meet. By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
They Should Put in for Overtime By Mike Downey
Melrose Gives His Word: 'We're Going to Montreal' By Mike Downey
Jordan's Cards on the Table : NBA playoffs: Bulls' star under fire for Atlantic City trip the night before Game 2. He says he was in bed by 1. By Mark Heisler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
He Fades Into Crowd at Indy By Jim Murray
Philadelphia Story : The Phillies, Who Haven't Had a Winning Season Since 1986, Are the Talk of the Town By Ben Walker, ASSOCIATED PRESS
COMMENTARY : With Valenzuela, Patience Wasn't an Angel Virtue By Mike Penner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Never a Dull Moment in This Bullpen : Dodgers: Relievers have various ways to deal with boredom, but they also have seven victories and 10 saves. By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bill Cosby Plays Key Supporting Role : Indy 500: Comedian's backing helps get Willy T. Ribbs back on track. By Shav Glick, TIMES STAFF WRITER
An Instant Worth a King's Ransom : Game 6: Gretzky and Robitaille, both among missing in this series, combine for winning goal. By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Don't Blame Potvin for Toronto's Loss : Game 6: Although Kings showed he is not invincible, he has played well throughout series. By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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