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What happened on December 20, 2002
BUSINESS
Minorities Hope to Boost Ranks as New-Car Dealers Karen Robinson-Jacobs, Times Staff Writer
Veritas to Buy Jareva, Precise Software From Bloomberg News
Wyatt Leaving Unit of 20th Century Fox James Bates
Pfizer to Pay Neurocrine to Co-Develop Insomnia Drug From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Christmas Tree Sellers Say Trouble Comes in Big Boxes Clarke Canfield, Associated Press
SBC's Long-Distance Bid Gets Federal OK James S. Granelli, Times Staff Writer
Also
Can Disney Turn a Frog Into a Prince? Richard Verrier, Times Staff Writer
Ford to Pay States $51-Million Settlement From Associated Press
General Dynamics to Buy GM Unit From Bloomberg News
Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week From Associated Press
Judge Supports Pacts Signed in Energy Crisis From Associated Press
Boeing to Shelve 'Sonic Cruiser' Peter Pae, Times Staff Writer
Gemstar Ex-Accountant Warns Investors on Financial Results Miles Weiss, Bloomberg News
Another View of Economy Focuses on Points of Pain Peter G. Gosselin, Times Staff Writer
Jury Finds Wal-Mart Violated Overtime Laws From Bloomberg News
Winnick Puts Cash in Fund for Workers James S. Granelli, Times Staff Writer
AOL Wins U.S. Patent for Instant Messaging From Reuters
Jack in the Box Lowers Forecasts Andria Cheng, Bloomberg News
Jefferies Group Acquires Quarterdeck Peter Pae
Wall St. War Jitters Outweigh Positive Economic Reports From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Index of Leading Indicators Surges 0.7% in November Melissa Bland, Reuters
Agents Raid Tenet Hospital in San Diego Ronald D. White, Times Staff Writer
Vans Reports Loss for Second Quarter From Reuters
Deal on Broker Scandal Expected Walter Hamilton, Times Staff Writer
Judge Asked to Bar DVD Software Jon Healey, Times Staff Writer
Goldman, Lehman Profit Up; Morgan Down Brian Kelleher, Reuters
Dynegy to Settle Futures Probe for $5 Million From Times Wire Services
Court Puts a Cork in Wine Labeling Law Melinda Fulmer, Times Staff Writer
GAO Report Finds SEC Failures Thomas S. Mulligan, Times Staff Writer
In Fashion Retailing, Little Things Count Leslie Earnest, Times Staff Writer
A Way to Foster Employee Health Solomon Moore, Times Staff Writer
Modest Rise in Mergers Seen in 2003 Josh Friedman, Times Staff Writer
Long Beach Mortgage Sued for $9 Million E. Scott Reckard, Times Staff Writer
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
4 Families to Split Big Share of Farm Deal Mark Arax, Times Staff Writer
Dolly Dawn, 86; Popular Big-Band Singer in '30, '40s Dennis McLellan, Times Staff Writer
Jury in Luster Rape Trial Sees Sex Video Tracy Wilson, Times Staff Writer
Davis Has No First-Term Regrets -- Well, Maybe Just One Gregg Jones, Times Staff Writer
FAA Says Burbank Doesn't Need New Terminal Caitlin Liu, Times Staff Writer
Anti-Drug Program Gets $8,000 Donation From Times Staff Reports
City's Budget Shortfall Tops $200-Million Mark From Times Wire Reports
New Mutual Fund Has Approval of Sierra Club From Times Wire Reports
Ill at Ease With Role of Fill-In Parent Dana Parsons
Airports Will Meet Screening Deadline From Times Staff and Wire Reports
INS Arrest Numbers Inflated, U.S. Says Nita Lelyveld and Henry Weinstein, Times Staff Writers
Foundation Gives Dropout Purpose Bob Pool, Times Staff Writer
Hunting Terrorists, INS Bags Taxpayer Steve Lopez
Injunction Takes Aim at Northeast L.A. Gang From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Consumers Ticked On When Fake Watch Didn't Live Down to Its Advertising STEVE HARVEY
Housing Project Receives Key Vote Massie Ritsch, Times Staff Writer
Tall Fence Sought at Recycling Center From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Funds Allocated for Bighorn Sheep Project From Times Staff Reports
Girl, 13, Pleads Guilty in Gun-at-School Incident From Times Wire Reports
Ex-Advisor to Jim Jones Tapped for D.A.'s Staff From Times Wire Reports
Jury Unable to Agree in Threat Case Richard Marosi, Times Staff Writer
Shedding Light on Officers Who Help Prosecute Kristina Sauerwein, Times Staff Writer
Ian Hornak, 58; Painter Was Known for Photo-Realism Style From Staff and Wire Reports
Actor Reubens Denies Child Porn Charge From Times Staff and Wire Reports
El Toro's Airport Buffer Retained by State Panel Dan Weikel, Times Staff Writer
Water Agency Target of Filing
Talk Turns to Which Taxes to Hike Dan Morain, Times Staff Writer
Suits Expected Over Ahmanson OK Patrick McGreevy and Wendy Thermos, Times Staff Writers
FAA Says Burbank Airport Doesn't Need New Terminal Times Staff Writer
Twins Clear for Trip Home Julie Tamaki, Times Staff Writer
Auditor Stymied on D.A.'s Fund Stuart Pfeifer, Times Staff Writer
Community Colleges Consider Bond Issue Stuart Silverstein, Times Staff Writer
Judge Might Delay Special O.C. Election Jean O. Pasco, Times Staff Writer
22 California Members of House Demand Federal Action on Water Tony Perry, Times Staff Writer
Man With Gun Robs Bank in Thousand Oaks From a Times Staff Writer
New Storm Beats Up N. California Rone Tempest, Times Staff Writer
UCI Selects Acupuncture Expert for Chair Jeff Gottlieb, Times Staff Writer
Rampage Killer to Face Third Jury
Man Sought in Robberies at 3 Restaurants From a Times Staff Writer
Moorpark Council Boosts Spending for Study on Truck Traffic Safety Gregory W. Griggs, Times Staff Writer
Economy Takes Toll on Toy Giveaway Cara Mia DiMassa, Times Staff Writer
Sale of Thousand Oaks Water Utility to German Corporation Approved Gregory W. Griggs, Times Staff Writer
Bombing Suspect Will Fight Extradition Mai Tran, Times Staff Writer
1 Slain, 3 Held in Chase, Gunfight Andrew Blankstein, Times Staff Writer
Koreans in L.A. Give Roh's Win Mixed Reviews K. Connie Kang, Times Staff Writer
Funeral Set Today for Bruce Vidal, Radio Disc Jockey
Judge Upholds Massive Irvine Project Phil Willon, Times Staff Writer
MTA Security Chief Resigns Kurt Streeter, Times Staff Writer
Rooftop Cross in San Clemente Not a 'Sign,' Says Judge Who Rules It's Legal Stanley Allison, Times Staff Writer
L.A. Elementary Schools May Get Sixth Grade Back Erika Hayasaki, Times Staff Writer
Tribe Risks Rejection, Pushes Plan for Casino Near Capital Eric Bailey, Times Staff Writer
Donald C. Hensman, 78; Architect Styled Home Designs for the Southland Reed Johnson, Times Staff Writer
SCIENCE
People Are Same, but Different Robert Lee Hotz, Times Staff Writer
OPINION
Mapping Out Peace in the Mideast Dennis Ross, Dennis Ross, director of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, is a former U.S. envoy to the Middle East.
Keep Seoul in the Fold
INS Detentions Are a Bust
The Grand (Dragon's) Old Party Earl Ofari Hutchinson, Earl Ofari Hutchinson is the author of "The Crisis in Black and Black" (Middle Passage Press, 1998). E-mail: ehutch i344@aol.com.
Treasury Nominee and Corporate Taxes
True Catholic Message
Borrowed Postal Bin Can't Hitch a Ride Home
South Gate Giveaway
Change for a Dollar
Racist Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Manzanar in Perspective
Board of Prison Terms Is Just Doing Time
Bush Has Presented No Evidence to Launch a War
Los Alamos Remains Committed to Security
Paean to Poinsettias
It's a Wonderful Lott Jacob Matthew Gerhardt, Jacob Matthew Gerhardt is a Los Angeles-based writer. E-mail: jakegerhardt@aol.com.
Now Is the Time for All Good Feds to Come to the Aid of States William G. Gale, William G. Gale is a senior fellow with the Brookings Institution.
ENTERTAINMENT
Dressing to avoid buzz Michael Quintanilla, Times Staff Writer
Clever lyrics and Wu-Tang spirit from GZA Scott Sterling, Special to The Times
White House in holiday colors Mark Sachs, Times Staff Writer
'Wedding' plans for Greece From Reuters
On the edges of influence in Hollywood Paul Lieberman, Times Staff Writer
Catching up with the Gloved One From Newsday
Finally
Competition for Greenlight is on Lee Margulies
London Ballet names director From Associated Press
Murder, revenge, rage ... and apathy Kenneth Turan, Times Staff Writer
For the 'Scud Stud,' it's all about access to the action Howard Rosenberg
'Spider' spins a dark tale of torment Kevin Thomas, Times Staff Writer
Sound and fury, signifying genre Manohla Dargis, Times Staff Writer
Baryshnikov leaps toward new venture Scott Timberg, Times Staff Writer
Powerful, volatile flamenco solos Lewis Segal, Times Staff Writer
Talking his way to the top Anthony Day, Special to The Times
'Callar' tells its story in taut, bold strokes Kevin Thomas, Times Staff Writer
A film buff's best friend Susan King, Times Staff Writer
'Towers' stands even taller than predecessor R. Kinsey Lowe, Times Staff Writer
Hall needs a rescuer Diane Haithman, Times Staff Writer
Comic book feedback: Letters lose to the Web Hank Stuever, Washington Post
Golden day for 'Hours,' 'Chicago' Lorenza Munoz and Susan King, Times Staff Writers
Bond film yields high interest Sharon Waxman, Washington Post
A quiet riot, in a hothouse setting David Pagel, Special to The Times
The list
Manhattan transfers, successful and not so Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune
The iciest debate in Tinsel Town Mary McNamara, Times Staff Writer
Do you hear what I hear? Innovative holiday CDs Randy Lewis, Times Staff Writer
Serengeti surprise: a delightful family film Kevin Thomas, Times Staff Writer
New Chinese game show gives viewers chance to win From Associated Press
Ancient hero, modern epic Anthony Kuhn, Special to The Times
Mandela will return to prison for HIV benefit From Reuters
Christmas story takes a dark turn Daryl H. Miller
'Kaante': On Hollywood's turf Kevin Thomas, Times Staff Writer
Wit adds a satisfying kick to a frothy romantic treat Kevin Thomas, Times Staff Writer
Against all odds, his story is told Kenneth Turan, Times Staff Writer
NATIONAL
Philadelphia Provides Miami New Police Chief From Times Wire Reports
Challenge Mounts to Lott's Job Janet Hook and Nick Anderson, Times Staff Writers
Council Votes to Ban Use of Cell Phones at Events From Times Wire Reports
High Rollers Prefer Air Force Cards, GAO Finds From Times Wire Reports
Bush Urges Americans to Aid Needy From Associated Press
Social Security Plan Would Aid Mexicans James Gerstenzang, Times Staff Writer
Air Travelers Urged to Unlock Bags, Opening Liability Issue Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar, Times Staff Writer
Medical Groups Criticize Bush's Smallpox Vaccine Plan Vicki Kemper and Rosie Mestel, Times Staff Writers
N.Y. Newborn Was Infected With West Nile While in Womb From Times Wire Services
N.Y. Jogger Rape Convictions Thrown Out Josh Getlin, Times Staff Writer
U.S. Territory Alters Entry Ban After Outcry From the Washington Post
Establishment of Latin Emmys Is Heading to Arbitration Brian Lowry, Times Staff Writer
12 Charged With Illegal Iraqi Transfers From Reuters
60 Hurt as Midday Tornado Tears Into Mississippi Town Lianne Hart, Times Staff Writer
Man Gets 12 Years for Tossing Dog 23 Stories, Other Charges From Associated Press
Files Show System of Priest Relocations From Associated Press
3 Illinois Death Row Inmates Pardoned From Associated Press
Prison Term Given Man in Cross-Burning From Associated Press
4 Boys Who Fell Through Thin Ice Are Mourned From Associated Press
This Ain't Rodeo Eric Slater, Times Staff Writer
WORLD
Police Arrest Nine ETA Suspects From Times Wire Reports
Union Leaders' Call to Strike Fizzles From Times Wire Reports
Rebels Take Major City; French Soldiers Stand By From Times Wire Reports
Muslims Ask U.N. for Compensation From Times Wire Reports
Palestinian Girl Is 3rd Gaza Youngster Killed in 3 Days Laura King, Times Staff Writer
Iraq's Report Falls Short, Inspectors Say Maggie Farley and Robin Wright, Times Staff Writers
U.S. Views Bright Side of S. Korean Vote Sonni Efron, Times Staff Writer
War Appears Increasingly Unavoidable Robin Wright, Times Staff Writer
Suspect Killed in Attack on Peacekeepers in Kabul From Associated Press
Police Officer Gets Prison for Brutality From Times Wire Reports
Slaying in Turkey Raises Fears of Political Violence Amberin Zaman, Special to The Times
High Court Rules Venezuelan Oil Strike Must End T. Christian Miller, Times Staff Writer
U.S. Issues a List of the Shortcomings in Iraqi Arms Declaration Bob Drogin, Times Staff Writer
S. African Ruling Party Gives Priority to AIDS Issue From Reuters
'Material Omissions Constitute a Breach' From Associated Press
Pakistan Blast Kills 5 Suspected Terrorists From Associated Press
S. Korea Votes to Keep Sun Shining on North Barbara Demick, Times Staff Writer
Census Shows Catholics' Rise in N. Ireland From Reuters
Bali Bombers Said Part of Earlier Plot Richard C. Paddock, Times Staff Writer
Marxists, Management Unite to Oppose Chavez T. Christian Miller, Times Staff Writer
A 'Lincoln' Climbs to Top in Elitist S. Korea Barbara Demick, Times Staff Writer
9 Suspected Al Qaeda Members Held in Pakistan From Associated Press
Buddha's Urn Moved to New Cambodia Shrine From Associated Press
SPORTS
Hot Corner Larry Stewart
Oracle Sails to Early Lead in Semifinal From Staff and Wire Reports
Kings Get Bibby Back, but Finally Lose at Home From Associated Press
Kupchak: No Deals in Works Tim Brown, Times Staff Writer
Players Speak Volumes in Postgame Interviews Eric Sondheimer
Words Are Inadequate for These Injuries Shav Glick
Chow Still In the Mix Gary Klein, Times Staff Writer
McPherson Is Target of Probe From Times Wire Services
Futurity May Identify Star Bill Christine, Times Staff Writer
Moore, Olson to Split Duty Steve Henson
Sharks Have Shots, Senators Have Goals From Associated Press
Dupree Must Get His Life in Order Paul Gutierrez, Times Staff Writer
Tonight Paul McLeod,Mike Bresnahan
Balanced Texas Beats McNeese State, 97-59 From Associated Press
Well-Rested Foes Favored BOB MIESZERSKI
Redskins, Jansen Agree to Six-Year Deal From Associated Press
Rivalry Finally Holds Real Meaning Helene Elliott
Fullmer Might Lose His Wings Bill Shaikin, Times Staff Writer
No Bark or Bite, Just a Howler Mark Heisler
Straight Time for He Roves BOB MIESZERSKI
Only Time Will Tell If Progress Derailed Elliott Teaford, Times Staff Writer
Swamped in New Jersey Tim Brown, Times Staff Writer
USC Digs Out a Win, Reaches Final Eric Stephens, Times Staff Writer
Recruiting Issues Won't Be Skin-Deep Diane Pucin
Top Wrestlers Compete at Reno Peter Yoon, John Ortega, From Staff Reports
Northridge Tops Loyola, 74-71 Mike Bresnahan, From Staff and Wire Reports
UCLA Loses Lead, Falls to Baylor, 89-77 Mike Terry
Matsui Decides Pinstripes Suit Him Best From Associated Press
Virus Forces Carney to Miss Game Chris Foster,Lonnie White
Even He Can't Answer All Laker Questions Jim Gray, Special to the Times
Ski Areas Get Their Wish PETE THOMAS
Davie an Expert on This Topic LARRY STEWART
Study Gets No Kick Out of Penalty Kicks Grahame L. Jones, Times Staff Writer
He Won't Knock This Opportunity Bill Plaschke
Pro Bowl Overlooks 9-5 Titans From Associated Press
Sprinters Make Dubious Moves HELENE ELLIOTT
Players Skeptical of Kings' Money Woes Jerry Crowe, Times Staff Writer
Floyd's Situation Now Is a Real Cliff-Hanger Mike DiGiovanna, Times Staff Writer
First Team
The Times' Rankings Mike Bresnahan
Dorrell Is Homecoming King Steve Henson, Times Staff Writer
Kings' Win Over Ducks Is Too Much Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
Week 16 Breakdown Mike Penner, Times Staff Writer
Williams' Children May Settle Dispute From Associated Press
Barboza Displays Rare Air Mike Bresnahan, Times Staff Writer
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