Good morning, Oakland.

Eli’s Mile High Club, a historic North Oakland bar and music venue *known for its blues*, is set to close at the end of the month and will host events including a Halloween bash, while Seniore’s Pizza on Durant Ave in Berkeley has shuttered due to fluctuating student numbers.

OUSD used $3.5 million from parcel tax reserves to cover staff salaries for college and career programs for 2025 — 26, though a citizen oversight commission says funds must go directly to schools and is asking for their return.

The school district and commission plan to clarify fund allocation procedures.

California has simplified food labeling laws to cut waste by replacing multiple dates with clear 'best by' (for quality) and 'use by' (for safety) labels; local resources like StopWaste are providing guides to help Oakland residents adjust their grocery practices.