• Lyft's Bay Wheels — the same e-bike company that had a few of its two-wheelers catch fire this past summer — is raising prices. Amidst rumors of the ride-share company trying to recoup a loss of funding, Lyft's Bay Wheels will increase docking and riding fares come March 2nd. [Medium]
  • 59 percent of California is now experiencing abnormally dry conditions. According to the Federal Drought Monitor (FDM), another lengthy drought could be on the horizon; scientists at the FDM will have a better grasp on the situation once the impending rainy season comes and goes. [The Guardian]
  • Like The San Francisco Chronicle just did earlier today, The Seattle Times has endorsed Amy Klobuchar for president. [The Seattle Times]
  • Melba, a one-year-old Boxer Retriever and Labrador mix — who's known for "trading kisses for treats" — is looking for her forever home. [ABC7]
  • Bakers of Paris, one of the largest wholesale bakeries in the Bay Area, is closing up shop because they "can't make rent." [Hoodline]
  • An SF startup is designing furniture that drops down from the ceiling to help you save space. [Business Insider]
  • Here's where to dine and drink in Japantown this weekend. [Eater SF]