Good morning, Oakland.

Admiral Maltings & The Rake at 651A W Tower Ave in Alameda have announced the last day of malt-making is today, with the taproom closing Oct.

18; meanwhile, Alborz’s Berkeley location on Allston Way has closed permanently, and Peregrine Cafe in Emeryville ended service on Sept. 26.

A new used-car law takes effect today, giving eligible buyers three days to cancel their purchase and addressing hidden fees plus misleading pricing.

The regulation applies statewide to protect car shoppers.

City auditors revealed Oakland residents pay 23 percent to 40 percent higher trash collection fees than nearby areas and that many free disposal services remain underused.

City officials are negotiating with Waste Management for fee adjustments before the contract expires in 2030 to curb illegal dumping.

Health officials warn that a deadly West Nile season may worsen in California as El Niño intensifies this fall — the state recorded its highest infections and deaths since 2017 — and local agencies in Oakland are increasing monitoring and public education.

Skyline High cancelled the remainder of its football season due to a shortage of players — injuries and transfers played key roles — and will shift homecoming festivities from Oct.

12 to 17 to support flag football and volleyball while recruiting athletes to revive the program next year.