Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

Trustees Vote Down Proposal For Bible Literature Class (OCR)
After more than a year of public lobbying, Huntington Beach school board votes 4-1 against course.

Laguna Beach 1st City In State To Oppose Gay Marriage Ban (OCR)
Well, knock me over with a feather.

Jesse Jackson, Jerry Brown Appearing For Union (OCR)
United Healthcare Workers trying to organize St. Joseph hospital system.

Editorial: Brea, La Habra Citizens Can Fight Back (OCR)
Sales-tax increase plans should be rejected by voters in both cities

Editorial: Mission Viejo Drunk With Power (OCR)
The city's law against 'hosting underage drinking' parties unnecessary and intrusive

OC Givers Remain Loyal To GOP (OCR)
Orange County residents' donations to presidential candidates show Republicans still ahead, but Democrats are moving forward.

$1 Million Dollars Paid To Convicted Felon (OCR)
Remember Bob Citron?

OC Trasnit officials To Open Carpool Lanes On 55 Freeway (LAT)
Drivers on a six-mile stretch from the 91 Freeway to 17th Street in Santa Ana will be able to go in and out of the lanes at any time.

Samueli Dismissed From OC Sheriff's Reserve Team (LAT)
The badge-carrying volunteer group, which includes many with close ties to former sheriff Michael Carona, will be reviewed by the new sheriff.

Capistrano Trustees OK 'Forensic' Audit (OCR)
Board rejects analysis of gas line near San Juan Hills High School.

$250 Million Rehab-Home Lawsuit Losing Steam (OCR)
Most defendants have been dropped from activists' legal fight.

Goldwater: GOP Not Like It Used To Be (DP)
Barry Goldwater Jr. visits Rotary Club to talk about his famous father's political beliefs and sign copies of his new book.