Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

Debate Over 241 Toll Road Continues With Appeal Hearing (LAT and OCR)
More than 650 people are scheduled to speak before an attorney with the U.S. Department of Commerce, whose secretary can override an earlier rejection of the plan by a state commission.

OC Sheriff's Deputy Indicted On Felony Assault Charges (LAT)
Christopher Hibbs allegedly unlawfully tasered a handcuffed suspect in 2007.

Editorial: Dixon, Foley The Right Team For Park Issue (OCR)
DP gives kudos to council for nixing staff-driven park sports ban.

San Juan High School 'Waste' Of Public Funds, Complaint Says (OCR)
Parents allege up to $10 million were illegally spent on San Juan Hills High School.

Summer Not Too Much Of A Bummer For OC Tourism (OCR)
Economic downturn has hotel and tourism officials worried about a slow summer, but many say it was better-than-expected.

Tustin Residents 98% Satisfied With Their City (OCR)
Satisfaction level is among highest, researcher says.

The Buzz: Palin's Visit Could Be OC's Biggest Political Event Since 1984 Reagan Rally (OCR)
Oct. 5 rally could attract more than 15,000, while an Oct. 4 fundraiser could raise millions.

Dillow In Iraq A Fragile Peace In Laguna Niguel's Sister City, Al-Qaim (OCR)
Two cities could not be more different, yet they share a bond.

Frank Mickadeit: ' Found At Former Marine Corps Base (OCR)
Frank tours the Village of Hope.