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Astrid Kane

SF wrote new regulations for e-bike batteries. Bike shops fear they could lose everything

Business

Improperly charged lithium-ion batteries are a fire risk, everyone agrees. But a new law may hurt local shops without addressing the real problem.

Sarah Holtz

How Oakland’s Mr. Espresso taught us to properly enjoy coffee

Culture

Food & Drink

Carlo Di Ruocco began tinkering with espresso machines in his garage in 1978 and ultimately popularized the Italian brewing method across the Bay Area.

Political Reporter

Mike Ege

Explainer: San Francisco has 100 boards and commissions. Why?

Politics

The city has 100 active commissions and advisory bodies that serve a wide range of functions, from police oversight to advising on taxes.

Sports Editor

Ethan Kassel

Former SF Giants and Oakland A’s make brunt of Israel’s World Baseball Classic roster

Sports

Team Israel opens the 2023 tournament in Miami on March 12.

Matthew Kupfer

After State Farm’s and Allstate’s exits, Farmers Insurance sets limits in California

In a California filing, the insurer made it clear it won’t pick up the slack left by competitors as residents struggle to find home insurance.

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SF wrote new regulations for e-bike batteries. Bike shops fear they could lose everything

How Oakland’s Mr. Espresso taught us to properly enjoy coffee

Explainer: San Francisco has 100 boards and commissions. Why?

Former SF Giants and Oakland A’s make brunt of Israel’s World Baseball Classic roster

After State Farm’s and Allstate’s exits, Farmers Insurance sets limits in California