Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

Santa Ana Could Gain A Latino Police Chief If Paul Walters Gets Sheriff's Post (LAT)
City officials and others say that would be a plus in a city that is largely Latino. But the move isn't for certain.

The Buzz: Election Day Winners And Losers (OCR)
When you consider consultants and the alliances of politicians, those with stakes in last Tuesday's balloting goes beyond the candidates.

Some Republicans See RonPaul As Change Agent (OCR)
Supporters of the Texas congressman's insurgent GOP presidential candidacy not sure what they'll do in November election.

Drillers Probe Mountain To Find Route For Tunnel To Ease Riverside Freeway Traffic (LAT)
Tests are to find the water table and determine soil types. The decision on whether to build also depends on financing.

San Clemente Looking At Ad-Free Trash Cans (OCR)
City Council extends trash-can contract only six months, asks staff to present non-commercial alternatives.

Watchdog Groups Sue Over Signs They Say Restrict Access To Wetlands (OCR)
Two groups filed suit against the California Coastal Commission, saying the agency violated the law when it allowed a Huntington Beach developer to erect two monument signs at the entrance of its 300-home project

After 6 Years And $54 Million, OC's Great Park Offers Little (OCR)
Critics want project put on fast track; developers say construction can't be rushed.

Job Center For Day Laborers Might Return to Costa Mesa (OCR)
City ponders reviving venue so that anti-solicitation laws will be constitutional.

Newport Mayor: City Staffers Were Loyal, Set High Standards (DP)
Longtime attorney and clerk for the city plan to retire later this year. Mayor says they will be missed.