Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

The Buzz: Former Supervisor Brought A Liberal Bent (OCR)
Bob Battin, who died last week, was later convicted in a case some said was politically motivated.

County Treasurer Has Million-Dollar Headache (OCR and LAT)
Huge personal legal bill has hurt Chriss Street but 'has not broken him,' lawyer says.

Editorial: The Revolution Is over In Anaheim (OCR)
A freedom-friendly approach to development has been replaced with new taxes and subsidies

Technology Helps Speed Response Of Emergency Crews (OCR)
Vehicle location allows dispatchers to send a unit that's closest to situation, even if it's from a neighboring agency.

Banning Ranch Debate Heats Up (OCR)
Locals argue whether housing or complete acquisition of 400-acre property is best move.

Holy Rollers! A Priest Blesses Bikes In Annual Rites (OCR)
Hundreds of motorcycle riders turn out at Cook's Corner in Trabuco Canyon for barbecue, beer and blessings.

Little Saigon Bridge Roils Santa Ana Officials (OCR)
Officials say O.C. Supervisor Janet Nguyen is ignoring city's needs by offering up $2.5 million for Westminster construction.

Rigonomics: 73 Toll Road To Cost Millions More For Us (DP)
Newport-Mesa users will pay $66 million more than South County users during next 23 years.