Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

Attacks Prevail In Assembly Race (OCR)
Two-county GOP battle to replace Todd Spitzer pits the mayors of Rancho Santa Margarita and Corona against one another.

Now That Gays Can Wed, 'Debra Will You Marry Me?' (OCR)
The 4-3 decision based on opinion that domestic partnerships are weak substitute for marriage.

Engineers OK Riverside County-OC Tunnel (OCR)
Recent findings show tunnel could be built under mountains in Cleveland National Forest to haul water. Later, cars might also use tunnel.

Editorial: Marriage Ruling A Win For Fairness (OCR)
Bans on same-sex unions a kind of discrimination not allowed by the state constitution.

Little Saigon protest Leader's Past Shrouded in Mystery (OCR)
Trong Doan has piqued the curiosity of community members with his mysterious past and sudden entry into the limelight.

Do Policies Prevent Police From Enforcing Immigration On The Street? (OCR)
But some residents wish police would check citizenship when they interact with minor offenders or others in the community.

Former Reserve Deputy Acquitted Of Assault (OCR and LAT)
But Raymond Yi, Carona's martial arts instructor, is convicted of making a criminal threat in a golf rage incident.

Educators, Community Members Protest Governor's Latest Budget Plan (OCR)
Proposal would restore some education spending despite plunging tax revenue, but not enough to meet needs.

Deal Floated To Cam Tempest Over Newport Harbor Sailboat Racing (OCR)
Contests that supposedly threaten kayakers and docks would face tighter regulation under plan.

Planned Parenthood Says Most OC Districts Fail In Sex Education Compliance (OCR)
Only Irvine, from the 15 districts reviewed, met state education code requirements.

Rancho Santa Margarita Will Seek New Management For Community Center (OCR)
Officials say YMCA or Rancho could take over day-to-day operations at the facility.

Vandals Torch Another U.S. Flag In Mission Viejo (OCR)
As firefighters put out the flag, a tree nearby caught on fire.

Clinton Supporters Rally In Newport (DP)
Despite mounting campaign debts and disappearing delegates, Hillary Clinton supporters who flocked to see the presidential hopeful at a closed-door event Thursday evening at the Balboa Bay Club & Resort said they're not ready to give up on her.

Assemblyman's Harbor Patrol Bill Shelved (DP)
An Orange County coastal security bill was shelved Thursday by its author, Assemblyman Jose Solorio, after assurances the coastline was adequately protected by Orange County Harbor Patrol, officials said.