World & Nation
The goal is to let Soviet citizens see the real America--not just the bright lights, fancy museums and awesome monuments of the big cities, but also mom and pop going to work, coming home to the kids, and maybe a night of bowling and beer.
Jan. 5, 1989
Politics
The President-elect of the United States, halfway through a four-day sun-splashed vacation here, was having enough trouble fishing.
Nov. 13, 1988
Circle of supporters band behind a ‘monster’
Sept. 9, 2010
The president tours hurricane-ravaged parts of the state and asserts ‘things are happening.’
Oct. 28, 2005
Bush Vows Full Assault, Says ‘Good Will Prevail’; Probe Finds Some Attackers Trained as Pilots in U.S.
Sept. 13, 2001
Lakers
How to tell the modern NBA rookie: Note the impressive biceps development, a result of picking up his heavy paycheck.
Jan. 31, 1995
Two brothers who live in a wealthy waterfront neighborhood are charged in a blow-dart attack on a black bicyclist during an early morning prowl in their mother’s red Mercedes.
April 12, 1996
A 78-year-old man who escaped from San Quentin prison in a makeshift kayak 20 years ago was arrested in Florida on bank robbery charges.
April 29, 1999
A memorial service for actress Esther Rolle is scheduled for 11 a.m.
Nov. 25, 1998
Although his remarks received mixed grades for oratory, Democratic presidential nominee Bill Clinton scored strong political points with voters who spoke with the Los Angeles Times after listening to his acceptance speech Thursday night.
July 18, 1992