7acquisitions
- Lear shareholders reject Icahn offer - Opponents question the $2.9-billion buyout proposal, saying it undervalues the auto parts supplier.
- RESTAURANTS - IHOP orders up Applebee's - The pancake house makes a deal worth $2.1 billion for the bigger chain, with plans to franchise most of its locations.
- Vodafone says it's not bidding for Verizon
- In Brief / ACQUISITIONS - Houghton Mifflin to buy Harcourt
- ValueClick to acquire MeziMedia
- ReAble to buy DJO for $1.18 billion
- In Brief / ACQUISITIONS - Answers.com to gain reference sites
6internet (computer network)
- Missing student: Clues expand - Sex offender's toolbox held gloves, rope and a brush, authorities say. O.C. woman, 19, may have met him online.
- Internet music stations receive a reprieve - A sharp hike in royalties threatened to force many to shut down, but the raise is put on hold.
- `Harry Potter' publisher gets subpoena to identify pirate
- Google to cut lifetime of `cookies'
- ValueClick to acquire MeziMedia
- In Brief / ACQUISITIONS - Answers.com to gain reference sites
5labor relations
- O.C. bus drivers agree to terms, return to work - Union members overwhelmingly OK a new salary structure. OCTA officials hope to have routes fully restored by midweek.
- Residents raise a stink over lack of trash pickups
- Writers, producers tangle as talks begin
- Union, grocers hit a snag in talks
- Sides get closer in port contract negotiations but no deal yet
4arrests
- Police won't be charged in death at hospital - Prosecutors say L.A. County officers did more than the King-Harbor staff to help woman get medical care.
- 4 youths arrested in attacks on homeless - The L.A. teens allegedly threw smoke bombs or fired plastic pellets at the victims and recorded the assaults on cellphones.
- IN BRIEF | The State | OAKLAND - 131 arrested during recent prostitution sting
- THE WORLD - World in Brief / SAUDI ARABIA - 16 Guantanamo returnees detained
4investigations
- Police won't be charged in death at hospital - Prosecutors say L.A. County officers did more than the King-Harbor staff to help woman get medical care.
- Missing student: Clues expand - Sex offender's toolbox held gloves, rope and a brush, authorities say. O.C. woman, 19, may have met him online.
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - As the D.A.'s probe continues, cardinal must repair reputation.
- THE NATION - Panels urged to probe ex-gov.'s prosecution - Forty-four former state attorneys general ask Congress to examine the federal case against an Alabama Democrat.
3presidential elections (2008)
- THE NATION - McCain loses more campaign staffers but says he's confident about candidacy - His communications team and spokespeople in key states Iowa and South Carolina resign.
- THE NATION - He backs Clinton; her backers help him - After Iowa ex-Gov. Tom Vilsack dropped out and endorsed her, her big donors gave $87,000 to his defunct campaign.
- THE NATION - GOP lags Democrats in campaign fundraising - The Republican Party's congressional effort is struggling with unrest over the Iraq war and immigration policy.
3priests
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - As the D.A.'s probe continues, cardinal must repair reputation.
- THE STATE - San Diego victims weigh in - They hope the L.A. settlement will spur their own troubled diocese to make amends.
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - Among the victims, tears, relief and, for many, lingering anger.
3settlements
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - Among the victims, tears, relief and, for many, lingering anger.
- Wall Street Roundup - UBS settles case for $23.3 million
- COURTS - KPMG fraud case wilts - A federal judge throws out charges against 13 former partners, ruling their constitutional rights were violated.
3los angeles
- IN BRIEF | Los Angeles County| LOS ANGELES - Curbside recycling starts for apartments, condos
- DEA targets landlords of pot outlets - About 150 L.A. owners are told they could face jail and lose properties rented to dispensaries.
- 4 youths arrested in attacks on homeless - The L.A. teens allegedly threw smoke bombs or fired plastic pellets at the victims and recorded the assaults on cellphones.
3republican party
- THE NATION - Panels urged to probe ex-gov.'s prosecution - Forty-four former state attorneys general ask Congress to examine the federal case against an Alabama Democrat.
- War weighs on GOP candidates - Congress members fearful of losing seats begin to edge away from Bush's unpopular policy.
- THE NATION - GOP lags Democrats in campaign fundraising - The Republican Party's congressional effort is struggling with unrest over the Iraq war and immigration policy.
3child molestation
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - As the D.A.'s probe continues, cardinal must repair reputation.
- THE STATE - San Diego victims weigh in - They hope the L.A. settlement will spur their own troubled diocese to make amends.
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - Among the victims, tears, relief and, for many, lingering anger.
3retirement
- Arnett's e-mail to teammates details his motivations
- Bill Dwyre - Bucking the system - Former Rams great Jon Arnett boycotts team reunion in protest over NFL's treatment of needy retirees
- 2 teachers sue union over retirement plan - The National Education Assn. is accused of getting a kickback for touting a costly offering.
3sales
- Charge will result in loss for McDonald's - The fast-food company says it probably will exceed forecasts for continuing operations.
- Lear shareholders reject Icahn offer - Opponents question the $2.9-billion buyout proposal, saying it undervalues the auto parts supplier.
- Ronco bankruptcy auction is OKd - An El Segundo private equity firm is standing by if no bidders emerge.
3presidential candidates
- THE NATION - McCain loses more campaign staffers but says he's confident about candidacy - His communications team and spokespeople in key states Iowa and South Carolina resign.
- THE NATION - He backs Clinton; her backers help him - After Iowa ex-Gov. Tom Vilsack dropped out and endorsed her, her big donors gave $87,000 to his defunct campaign.
- THE NATION - GOP lags Democrats in campaign fundraising - The Republican Party's congressional effort is struggling with unrest over the Iraq war and immigration policy.
3culture
- Alhambra loses a piece of its history - A fire destroys a 75-year-old mall at Atlantic and Valley boulevards, the crossroads of L.A.'s Chinese community.
- Mexican women vault from past to the present
- BEVERAGES - Chinese media star gives Starbucks a jolt - His blog helps oust the chain from the Forbidden City. He says he still likes the coffee.
3dismissals
- THE NATION - 3 lose school jobs in slaying cover-up - The head of Eastern Michigan University is fired; two officials must resign. They had said no foul play was suspected.
- THE WORLD - World in Brief / AFGHANISTAN - Governor who criticized Karzai is fired
- BEVERAGES - Chinese media star gives Starbucks a jolt - His blog helps oust the chain from the Forbidden City. He says he still likes the coffee.
3catholic church
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - As the D.A.'s probe continues, cardinal must repair reputation.
- THE STATE - San Diego victims weigh in - They hope the L.A. settlement will spur their own troubled diocese to make amends.
- Legal and moral cloud still shadows Mahony - Among the victims, tears, relief and, for many, lingering anger.
3medical care
- THE WORLD - Libya delays decision on death sentences - The controversial case involves six medics convicted of infecting children with HIV.
- Arnett's e-mail to teammates details his motivations
- Bill Dwyre - Bucking the system - Former Rams great Jon Arnett boycotts team reunion in protest over NFL's treatment of needy retirees
2prisoners
- COLUMN ONE - Trapped in Iran's dark legal labyrinth - A Frenchman's 15-month ordeal provides a rare inside view of a mysterious system, its interrogators' tactics and a notorious prison.
- THE WORLD - Iran to televise two jailed Americans' confessions - Both statements are made outside the scope of a legal proceeding. An associate questions the remarks' validity.
2iraq
2iran
- COLUMN ONE - Trapped in Iran's dark legal labyrinth - A Frenchman's 15-month ordeal provides a rare inside view of a mysterious system, its interrogators' tactics and a notorious prison.
- THE WORLD - Iran to televise two jailed Americans' confessions - Both statements are made outside the scope of a legal proceeding. An associate questions the remarks' validity.
2court rulings
- State's liability waiver law refined - High court says releases signed by participants or parents don't protect recreation providers in cases of gross negligence.
- COURTS - KPMG fraud case wilts - A federal judge throws out charges against 13 former partners, ruling their constitutional rights were violated.
2casualties
- THE WORLD - Radioactive leak follows Japan quake - Company officials say spilled reactor water poses no health threat. The death toll from the temblor rises to nine.
- THE WORLD - Bombs in north Iraq kill at least 76 - Three blasts target oil-rich and ethnically diverse Kirkuk. A fourth device is defused, an official says.
digital videodiscs: Writers, producers tangle as talks begin
chinese: Alhambra loses a piece of its history - A fire destroys a 75-year-old mall at Atlantic and Valley boulevards, the crossroads of L.A.'s Chinese community.
international longshore and warehouse union: Sides get closer in port contract negotiations but no deal yet
government buildings: THE NATION - Nation in Brief / COLORADO - Man with gun is killed in Capitol
stays of execution: Georgia man's execution is stayed - Tonight's scheduled lethal injection is delayed after parole board members hear key witnesses recant.
baldwin park (ca): Limits on day laborers halted - A judge questions the legality of Baldwin Park ordinance curtailing the solicitation of work.
criminal minds (television program): Mandy Patinkin's sudden exit boggles `Minds'
ford motor co: Ford says Volvo not for sale
americans: THE WORLD - Iran to televise two jailed Americans' confessions - Both statements are made outside the scope of a legal proceeding. An associate questions the remarks' validity.
litvinenko, alexander: THE WORLD - Britain orders 4 Russians expelled over polonium case
turkey: QUICK TAKES - Turkish band may sing blues
evacuations: IN BRIEF | The State | LOS OLIVOS - Fire forces evacuation of 200 from their homes
bankruptcy: Ronco bankruptcy auction is OKd - An El Segundo private equity firm is standing by if no bidders emerge.
lear corp: Lear shareholders reject Icahn offer - Opponents question the $2.9-billion buyout proposal, saying it undervalues the auto parts supplier.
droughts: In a dry time, plans for water projects flow - Schwarzenegger and the state Senate leader propose competing bond measures.
middle east peace: THE WORLD - U.S. tries to revive Mideast peace talks - The White House plans to hold a meeting of Israeli, Palestinian and Arab leaders this fall. Rice would preside.
development and redevelopment: City audit cites slow payments
marijuana: DEA targets landlords of pot outlets - About 150 L.A. owners are told they could face jail and lose properties rented to dispensaries.
houghton mifflin co: In Brief / ACQUISITIONS - Houghton Mifflin to buy Harcourt
santana, ervin: Santana slump is a mystery - Now, he's struggling as much at home as on the road, as Angels try to figure out what to do.
democratic party: THE NATION - Nation in Brief / WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate to pull an all-nighter on Iraq
sentencing: THE WORLD - World in Brief / ETHIOPIA - 35 politicians get life in prison
information storage and retrieval: Group denies use of data to Carona - An international law enforcement group cites the O.C. sheriff's ties to certain businessmen, including one with alleged mob links.
fans: Rocking the roof off Gryffindor
national education association: 2 teachers sue union over retirement plan - The National Education Assn. is accused of getting a kickback for touting a costly offering.
congress (u.s.): THE NATION - Panels urged to probe ex-gov.'s prosecution - Forty-four former state attorneys general ask Congress to examine the federal case against an Alabama Democrat.
securities: MARKETS - Derivatives linked to sub-prime loans sink
arnett, jon: Bill Dwyre - Bucking the system - Former Rams great Jon Arnett boycotts team reunion in protest over NFL's treatment of needy retirees
fugitives: THE WORLD - The $207-million question in Mexico - Fugitive in currency seizure says the money came from corrupt politicians. Calderon denies the story.
leadership: QUICK TAKES - Pasadena's Epps wins award
discoveries: Newly identified Yosemite orchid species is proving awfully attractive to enthusiasts
valueclick inc: ValueClick to acquire MeziMedia
royalties: Internet music stations receive a reprieve - A sharp hike in royalties threatened to force many to shut down, but the raise is put on hold.
censorship: THE WORLD - World in Brief / VENEZUELA - TV station is broadcasting again
san diego: THE STATE - San Diego victims weigh in - They hope the L.A. settlement will spur their own troubled diocese to make amends.
orange county fair: Today's highlights at the O.C. Fair
wall street journal (newspaper): Dow Jones board to vote on deal - Murdoch's bid for the Wall Street Journal publisher is to go before the panel tonight. Foes hope to block the sale.
rape: THE NATION - 3 lose school jobs in slaying cover-up - The head of Eastern Michigan University is fired; two officials must resign. They had said no foul play was suspected.
california supreme court: State's liability waiver law refined - High court says releases signed by participants or parents don't protect recreation providers in cases of gross negligence.
los angeles county museum of art: A saintly sort makes her new home at LACMA
subpoenas: `Harry Potter' publisher gets subpoena to identify pirate
ethnic groups: THE WORLD - Bombs in north Iraq kill at least 76 - Three blasts target oil-rich and ethnically diverse Kirkuk. A fourth device is defused, an official says.
resignations: THE NATION - McCain loses more campaign staffers but says he's confident about candidacy - His communications team and spokespeople in key states Iowa and South Carolina resign.
answers corp: In Brief / ACQUISITIONS - Answers.com to gain reference sites
writers guild of america: Writers, producers tangle as talks begin
murals: Stars to shine more brightly after touch-up - Marilyn Monroe and the others depicted in Hollywood's `You Are the Star' mural are getting a face-lift from the original artist.
los angeles harbor: Sides get closer in port contract negotiations but no deal yet
women: Mexican women vault from past to the present
police shootings: THE NATION - Nation in Brief / COLORADO - Man with gun is killed in Capitol
police murders: Georgia man's execution is stayed - Tonight's scheduled lethal injection is delayed after parole board members hear key witnesses recant.
soliciting: Limits on day laborers halted - A judge questions the legality of Baldwin Park ordinance curtailing the solicitation of work.
