Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

McCain And Obama Agree To Attend Saddleback Church Forum (NYT)
Rick Warren said over the weekend that the presidential candidates would appear together for a moment but that he would interview them in succession at his megachurch.

Pope's Message Invigorates Local Catholic Youth (OCR)
Some 300 Orange County worshippers are part of a massive Sunday Mass at World Youth Day celebration.

Mayor, Commissioner, Former Councilman Pull Papers For Tustin Council (OCR)
Filing opened Monday for city council election; three spots available.

Nudist Attorney One Of Six Potential H.B. Candidates (OCR)
Others who pulled papers to run in the November election include an aeronautics engineer and a 26-year-old who ran for Congress.

Newport's 'Beer Can' Racers Say it Might Be Time To Bail Out (OCR)
ailboat racing in Newport Harbor is a beloved summer pastime that borders on obsession for some. But now that harbor police are stopping boats -- midrace -- to issue speeding citations, many longtime racers consider dropping out.

Respects Paid To 'Navy Man' (DP)
When Renée Arst was a few years old, her father, Phil Arst, would take her to the beach sometimes and walk her around on his shoulders. From her point of view, the world looked like an enchanting place.

Editorial:  Hiking Hotel Tax Shouldn't Be 1st Option (DP)
It's tempting to stick it to non-residents, but have Costa mesa officials done all they can to cut costs.

The Buzz: Obama Foes To Pow Wow In Newport Beach (OCR)
They've made Obama's "Behind the Smears" list and they're coming to town for a conference.