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What happened on December 31, 2006
REAL ESTATE
Deep in the heart of Little Seoul Jessica C. Lee, Special to The Times
Buying a rent-controlled building? The tenants come with it Kevin Postema, Special to The Times
Average mortgage rates and indexes
Big bucks or no, board's duty is the same Stephen Glassman and Donie Vanitzian, Special to The Times
Don't bother wiping your feet Diane Wedner, Times Staff Writer
The million- dollar babies Gayle Pollard-Terry, Times Staff Writer
A year in realty time Diane Wedner, Ann Brenoff, Gayle Pollard-Terry, From Times Staff Writers
South Bay is home court now Ruth Ryon, Times Staff Writer
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
CHP officer shot after brief car pursuit Jonathan Abrams, Times Staff Writer
Army Cpl. Micah S. Gifford, 27, Redding; killed in an explosion Jordan Rau, Times Staff Writer
Ron Fineman, 54; on-air reporter, website author Scott Martelle, Times Staff Writer
Dozens hurt in prison riot Rong-Gong Lin II and Paul Pringle, Times Staff Writers
After duty in Iraq, they're back on the beat Patrick McGreevy, Times Staff Writer
Conrad Buchanan, 34; guard was seriously injured trying to prevent a woman's suicide Jocelyn Y. Stewart, Times Staff Writer
Army Spc. Nicholas P. Steinbacher, 22, La Crescenta; killed by roadside bomb while on patrol in Baghdad Dan Weikel, Times Staff Writer
War casualties
Holiday closures
A final giggle sends 2006 to the archives of wackiness Steve Harvey
Guide to the Rose Parade
Holiday closures
Harbor Gateway group makes call for unity Jean Merl, Times Staff Writer
A nervous ride on Angels Flight
One killed, four injured in collision From a Times Staff Writer
After parade floats come moving vans Carla Hall, Times Staff Writer
Adding youth to the mix Jennifer Delson, Times Staff Writer
Army Sgt. 1st Class Tung Nguyen, 38, Tracy; killed as his unit is attacked with small-arms fire in Baghdad Mai Tran, Times Staff Writer
A new testament to the power of technology Adrian G. Uribarri, Times Staff Writer
Man dies, youth hurt in Stanton shootings From a Times Staff Writer
A place for Mr. Ayers to show off his gifts Steve Lopez
Other deaths
The game's other score Deborah Schoch, Times Staff Writer
Courts rake in fees for Web access Jeffrey L. Rabin, Times Staff Writer
Bud Delp, 74; trained 1980 horse of the year Spectacular Bid Bob Mieszerski, Times Staff Writer
ENTERTAINMENT
'Hollywood' Los Lonely Boys / 2004 Geoff Boucher
She kisses a frog but doesn't get a prince
Wilson fans are absolutely eclectic Elizabeth Snead
Del Toro gives fair warning Elizabeth Snead
'Knight' of the masses Susan King
The Southland's year in the arts
Three-singer saga of the 1970s sort SUSAN KING
Faces to watch 2007 Lynne Heffley, Times Staff Writer
The city rediscovers the street Christopher Hawthorne, Times Staff Writer
Faces to watch 2007 Mark Swed, Times Staff Writer
Daddy coolest Gina Piccalo, Times Staff Writer
An odd mix of stars, 'Dirt' and 'Beer' Deborah Netburn
The look: First-grade fabulous Mayrav Saar
'Children' just needs some caring parents
Faces to watch 2007 Maria Elena Fernandez;Matea Gold;Robert Lloyd
Faces to watch 2007 Lewis Segal
Keeping an eye on the future in art Scott Timberg, Times Staff Writer
Faces to watch 2007 Lynne Heffley, Times Staff Writer
Class leader Chris Kraul and Chris Pasles, Times Staff Writers
An image makeover, all right Elizabeth Snead
He's always ready to give showbiz its props SUSAN KING
Ringing in the new clubs and shows Richard Abowitz, Special to The Times
Faces to watch 2007 Susan King
Faces to watch 2007 Richard Cromelin;Randy Lewis
New 'Today' team isn't taking tomorrow lightly Matea Gold, Times Staff Writer
The man called Robbins Lewis Segal, Times Staff Writer
Opposites attract (viewers, that is) Jon Caramanica, Special to The Times
Unappreciated, ignored and slighted no more Susan King, Times Staff Writer
Its online buzz was better than its bite Deborah Netburn, Times Staff Writer
Faces to watch 2007 DAVID L. ULIN
Admit it: We're all video junkies now Rachel Abramowitz, Times Staff Writer
With 'Freedom,' Mario could relate From the Baltimore Sun
Happily not retired Geoff Boucher, Times Staff Writer
Sculptor of light and air Christopher Miles, Special to The Times
Faces to watch 2007 Charles McNulty;Lynne Heffley
A leading man of the world Reed Johnson, Times Staff Writer
Honing her edge Fred Schruers, Special to The Times
WORLD
Kurdish survivors' feelings conflicted Alexandra Zavis, Times Staff Writer
1,373 miles into the heart of Afghanistan Paul Watson, Times Staff Writer
Message quotes Castro as upbeat From Times Wire Reports
Outgoing general expects more strife From Times Wire Reports
Crackdown on Catholics denied From Times Wire Reports
Rescuers searching for 500 in Java Sea From Times Wire Services
The buzz on Japan's new premier: too old-school Bruce Wallace, Times Staff Writer
Abbas arrives for Eid From Times Wire Reports
Somalia government steps gingerly toward its capital Edmund Sanders, Times Staff Writer
Annan focused on human element Maggie Farley, Times Staff Writer
Hussein Era Ends, But Not Violence Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Times Staff Writer
In Iraq and U.S., a time to celebrate Alexandra Zavis and P.J. Huffstutter, Times Staff Writers
Hussein death video is aired Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Times Staff Writer
Spanish woman, 67, becomes a mother with birth of twins From Reuters
In the Internet age, TV faced a dilemma Matea Gold, Times Staff Writer
Chinese focus on navy leaves big political wake Mark Magnier and Mitchell Landsberg, Times Staff Writers
Europeans denounce Hussein's execution Tracy Wilkinson and Kim Murphy, Times Staff Writers
Man, his servant confess to 15 killings near New Delhi From the Associated Press
2 missing after Madrid car bombing From the Associated Press
BOOKS
The day the music died Peter Terzian, Peter Terzian, a senior editor at Culture & Travel magazine, is a longtime critic and pop music aficionado.
Paperbacks
Bestsellers
Surviving for decades on his personaliky Ed Park, Ed Park is a founding editor of the Believer.
Hollywood flyover Richard Schickel, Richard Schickel is a film critic for Time and the author of many books, including "Elia Kazan: A Biography."
Discoveries Susan Salter Reynolds, susan.reynolds@latimes.com
Simplicity savored Emily Barton, Emily Barton's most recent novel is "Brookland."
To do in 2007 Al Young, Al Young is California's poet laureate and the author or editor of more than 20 books, including "Coastal Nights and Inland Afternoons: Poems 2001-2006."
Why we bite the hand that feeds us Deborah Vankin, Deborah Vankin is an L.A.-based writer and editor.
Wolf on the prowl Diana Wagman, Diana Wagman, a professor at Cal State Long Beach, is the author of the novels "Skin Deep," "Spontaneous" and "Bump."
Revenge, by the book Darcy Cosper, Darcy Cosper contributes to publications including Bookforum and Time Out New York.
One from the heart Jonathan Kirsch, Jonathan Kirsch is the author of, most recently, "A History of the End of the World: How the Most Controversial Book in the Bible Changed the Course of Western Civilization."
Creed By Stanley Moss Stanley Moss
Trapped in English suburbia Jane Smiley, Jane Smiley's new novel, "Ten Days in the Hills," will be published in February.
TRAVEL
New luster in Portland's Pearl Jessica Garrison, Times Staff Writer
The new song of Santiago Agustin Gurza, Times Staff Writer
It's time to step up to the plate for Restaurant Week Amy Hubbard
Good deeds for causes in need Arthur Frommer, Special to The Times
Deal of the week R.J. McClure
Drop anchor for a taste of local brew Maggie Barnett, Times Staff Writer
Airline service won't get better
Baggage policies need reality check
Straightening up so LAX can fly right Jane Engle, Times Staff Writer
It's not all about the shopping
It's a new year for family fun, adventure Diana Dawson, Special to The Times
Identity problem for airport?
Touring is nice -- but talking is better Avital Binshtock, Special to The Times
Aloha, construction zone Stewart Yerton, Special to The Times
France: Hospitality in Normandy
A beach-side rendezvous at Tower23 Valli Herman, Times Staff Writer
Once again, Oaxaca begins to right itself Patrick Healy, Special to The Times
Want a carefree -- and germ-free -- cruise? Be a bit vigilant Kathleen Doheny, Special to The Times
In Spain, thinking like a bull
NATIONAL
This Clinton Machine Is A Tighter Ship Stephen Braun, Times Staff Writer
Invasion of the not-so-cute mice From Times Wire Reports
Suspended priest returns to ministry From Times Wire Reports
Obesity often high in poor toddlers Jeremy Manier, Chicago Tribune
`Good man, faithful servant' honored Jonathan Peterson and Richard B. Schmitt, Times Staff Writers
Personal data gets onto mailing labels From Times Wire Reports
Winter storm cuts long swath From the Associated Press
Godfather of Soul's hometown send-off Richard Fausset, Times Staff Writer
CNN suit moved to federal court From Times Wire Reports
New Orleans levee-risk study faulted Ralph Vartabedian, Times Staff Writer
OPINION
Ford lost; so did Dems JONATHAN CHAIT
Final lines Joel Pett, Joel Pett is the Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist of the Lexington Herald-Leader. His work also appears in USA Today.
Bound for the dumpster in 2007 T. Jefferson Parker, T. JEFFERSON PARKER is the Edgar Award-winning author of 13 crime novels, including "Storm Runners," to be published by William Morrow & Co. in February.
The governor
The mayor
Judge's censure long overdue
Another regret
Give me a break
Why Arnold invited Willie Brown James Richardson, JAMES RICHARDSON, chaplain of the state Senate, is the author of "Willie Brown: A Biography."
Truth, not slogans
Afghanistan and illegal drug trade
Keeping faith with a bloody tradition Christopher Hitchens, CHRISTOPHER HITCHENS is a columnist for Vanity Fair and the author of "A Long Short War: The Postponed Liberation of Iraq."
Wolfowitz must be held accountable
Calendar guy Robert Greene, ROBERT GREENE is an editorial writer for The Times.
The president
Ring it in, I'm ready Barbara Seranella, BARBARA SERANELLA is the author of eight crime novels. St. Martin's Minotaur will publish the ninth, "Deadman's Switch," in 2007. She lives in Laguna Beach and La Quinta.
Duke attempts damage control Michael Skube, MICHAEL SKUBE, a winner of the Pulitzer Prize for criticism, teaches journalism at Elon University in North Carolina.
What ails the jail system, healthcare
A waste of words
An Rx for disaster Michael R. Cousineau, MICHAEL R. COUSINEAU is associate professor of research and the director of the Center for Community Health Studies at the USC Keck School of Medicine.
Keeping faith with a bloody tradition By Christopher Hitchens
5 steps to get out of skid row Gary Blasi, Michael Dear and Jennifer Wolch, GARY BLASI is a professor of law at UCLA Law School; MICHAEL DEAR is a professor of geography at USC; and JENNIFER WOLCH is a professor of geography and director of the USC Center for Sustainable Cities. Their new report on homelessness in Los Angeles will be published next week.
SPORTS
With Cloutier out, Garon bids for job Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
Barber has Giants a cut above From the Associated Press
He's willing to go with the flow Mike Penner, Times Staff Writer
The second city Mike Penner, Times Staff Writer
Devine leads Santa Barbara From the Associated Press
'Road has a nice trip for Baffert Bob Mieszerski, Times Staff Writer
Carroll's last game still not in get-over-it time T.J. SIMERS, T.J. Simers can be reached at t.j.simers@latimes.com. To read previous columns by Simers, go to latimes.com/simers.
A league full of problem resolvers Mark Heisler
Coming Attractions MARK HEISLER
Three Points Paul Netter
Cheeks remains confident
Boston College has last word From the Associated Press
The Nickel Package Sam Farmer, Times staff writer Sam Farmer breaks down five areas worth watching in this week's NFL matchups
Washington State shows how to neutralize Gibson Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
Afc SAM FARMER
Total Package Sam Farmer, Times Staff Writer
Coming-out party came against Irish David Wharton, Times Staff Writer
Noise that annoys can be unfair Bob Oates, Special to The Times
Baylor says deal for Artest is dead Jason Reid, Times Staff Writer
Liddell powers to title defense Lance Pugmire, Times Staff Writer
Caron arrives dressed for success Eric Stephens, Times Staff Writer
Trade could cost Iverson his starting spot From the Associated Press
Nfc SAM FARMER
Artest may not be the answer Mark Heisler
Washington returns to practice after illness Gary Klein, Times Staff Writer
What's in store for 2007? By Times Staff Writers
The Times' Rankings MARK HEISLER
Magic overpowers short-handed Heat From the Associated Press
Coast To Coast Mark Heisler
Trip was a bit longer than they'd hoped Mike Bresnahan, Times Staff Writer
Forecast Calls For Showers
USC handles slowdown before losing in a hurry Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
Arizona wins 11th in a row From the Associated Press
Guess who's back at the top, and only 10 months too late Jim Litke, Associated Press
U.S. loses to France in first Hopman Cup match From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Mayo impressive at Huntington High From the Associated Press
Mata ready for big assignment Diane Pucin, Times Staff Writer
Michigan dances to the beat of Hart David Wharton, Times Staff Writer
What's next after old ball returns? From the Associated Press
Brushing himself off Bill Plaschke
Prominent sports deaths
Roenick's hat trick helps Coyotes defeat Sharks, 8-0 From the Associated Press
What were they thinking? By Times Staff Writers
BUSINESS
Where markets stand as the new year begins Tom Petruno, Times Staff Writer
Tech's mixed message Jim Puzzanghera, Times Staff Writer
CEO's pay surpassed his performance
A year-round workout to get you financially fit Kathy M. Kristof, Times Staff Writer
Misfortunes happen; you don't have to sue
Reaching a new low by marketing karma
A one-sided use of political labels
Dot-com crash survivor Mondo reanimates itself on Web and off Chris Gaither, Times Staff Writer
Wall Street's 2007 stock forecast has a familiar ring Tom Petruno, Times Staff Writer
A realistic look at what makes effective leaders Stefan Stern, Financial Times
Healthy? Insurers don't buy it Lisa Girion, Times Staff Writer
NEWS
Deserters still looking north for their lodestar Carolyn Thompson, Associated Press
The world creeps into lost kingdom Matthew Rosenberg, Associated Press
Children with MS face uncertainty Judith Graham, Chicago Tribune
Climate change ripples across Africa Charles J. Hanley, Associated Press
In Spain, a push to crack the glass ceiling Jessica Bernstein-Wax, Associated Press
Vote for me, get a TV Gavin Rabinowitz, The Associated Press
Glass that changed the world William Mullen, Chicago Tribune
Physicians could make the perfect imperfect baby Lindsey Tanner, Associated Press
Giving Waikiki back its beach Mark Niesse, Associated Press
Tiny snail in peril as Idaho hot springs dry up Christopher Smith, Associated Press
SCIENCE
Down syndrome screening advised for all pregnancies Thomas H. Maugh II, Times Staff Writer
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