Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

Bridging The Gap -- OCR
At the heart of the $314 million widening of the 5 Freeway is the refurbishing of five bridges that span the 2-mile construction area.

Union Says No Strike Yet -- OCR
Supermarket workers and companies both say they want more negotiations after strike-authorization vote.

Fertility Fraud Settlements Cost Millions -- OCR
Figures released on the scandal involving the theft of human tissue, and the birth of a dozen or so babies.

Group Requests Resort Study -- OCR
A developer-funded coalition will ask the city to analyze how much city money comes from the Anaheim Resort area.

Discovery Science Center Smashes Attendance Record -- OCR
The once-struggling Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana will shatter its previous annual attendance record by at least 140,000 visitors.

Stanton Man Convicted Of Making Threats -- OCR
Bruce Senator served as his own lawyer and now faces more than 13 years in prison for threatening workers comp judges.

Transit Firm Retains Its OC Contract -- LAT
Illinois company that provides bus service to disabled riders has improved its on-time performance and scheduling.

Laos Defendants Face Trial Together -- OCR
Westminster resident Vang Pao brought into courtroom in wheelchair after heart troubles.

Layoffs Looming In Irvine Unified -- OCR
School board will decide whether to cut 18 classified employees jobs.

Down Goes The Ship -- OCR
Reuben E. Lee riverboat, an East Coast Highway landmark in Newport Beach, faces demolition this week.

School Board Criticized For Morning Meeting -- OCR
Teachers and parents express frustration at salary hikes for two district administrators.

Police, Fire Needs In Committee's Eye -- OCR (6/25/07)
A Santa Ana committee devoted to public safety will assess the needs of city police and fire departments.

Skate Park Location At Issue -- DP
The Volcom skate park at Costa Mesa's TeWinkle Park has been so popular, city officials want to build a second park. But choosing a location may be as big an ordeal this time around as it was the first time.

Newport To Consider Flight Path Position -- DP
Not content with the right to veto any proposal for a second commercial runway at John Wayne Airport, Newport Beach is looking to leverage its power over airport expansion any way it can.

Council To See A New Budget -- DP
A $208.9 million budget will be on the table tonight for the Newport Beach City Council, with highlights including the opening of two new facilities and planning for others.

Rigonomics: Let's Look At The Peters And The Pauls -- DP
Jim writes about the Democratic candidates for prez.