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US Elections
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Trump Says He May Take Control of the U.S. Postal Service. Here's What to Know

Trump may move USPS to Commerce Department control to improve efficiency and reduce losses.
The USPS has lost significant money amid declining mail volumes and demands for privatization.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns after 5 years in the position

DeJoy resigned after nearly five years, amid challenges facing the USPS and potential privatization discussions.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

USPS's Louis DeJoy Resigns as Banks "Salivate" Over Musk Goal of Privatization

Louis DeJoy resigned as U.S. Postmaster General amidst pressures for USPS privatization, signaling potential shifts in agency management and public service focus.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

David Steiner of FedEx is tapped to be the U.S. Postal Service's new leader

David Steiner's appointment as postmaster general raises concerns over political influence and conflicts of interest amid challenges facing the USPS.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Privatizing the USPS could harm businesses and disproportionately impact rural areas, experts say

Privatizing the USPS risks increasing prices and negatively impacting rural areas and companies reliant on mail services.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

USPS head Louis DeJoy steps down as Trump officials consider Postal Service overhaul

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is stepping down amid critiques of his leadership and ongoing transformation efforts at USPS.
US Elections
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Trump Says He May Take Control of the U.S. Postal Service. Here's What to Know

Trump may move USPS to Commerce Department control to improve efficiency and reduce losses.
The USPS has lost significant money amid declining mail volumes and demands for privatization.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns after 5 years in the position

DeJoy resigned after nearly five years, amid challenges facing the USPS and potential privatization discussions.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

USPS's Louis DeJoy Resigns as Banks "Salivate" Over Musk Goal of Privatization

Louis DeJoy resigned as U.S. Postmaster General amidst pressures for USPS privatization, signaling potential shifts in agency management and public service focus.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

David Steiner of FedEx is tapped to be the U.S. Postal Service's new leader

David Steiner's appointment as postmaster general raises concerns over political influence and conflicts of interest amid challenges facing the USPS.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Privatizing the USPS could harm businesses and disproportionately impact rural areas, experts say

Privatizing the USPS risks increasing prices and negatively impacting rural areas and companies reliant on mail services.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

USPS head Louis DeJoy steps down as Trump officials consider Postal Service overhaul

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is stepping down amid critiques of his leadership and ongoing transformation efforts at USPS.
more#postal-service
#logistics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

How the Most Remote Community in America Gets Its Mail

The USPS mule train to Supai is the last remaining mail delivery route utilizing mules, showcasing extreme logistical efforts.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Elves on Wheels: USPS Mechanics roll into action on tricycles to fix repairs

USPS mechanics use tricycles to efficiently manage mail processing and respond to breakdowns in a large facility.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

How the Most Remote Community in America Gets Its Mail

The USPS mule train to Supai is the last remaining mail delivery route utilizing mules, showcasing extreme logistical efforts.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Elves on Wheels: USPS Mechanics roll into action on tricycles to fix repairs

USPS mechanics use tricycles to efficiently manage mail processing and respond to breakdowns in a large facility.
more#logistics
fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago
Travel

Here's the Easiest Way to Forward Your Mail Before You Move (It's So Simple!)

Setting up mail forwarding is essential before moving to a new address.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Beer

USPS driver busted for DUI said she stopped for shots at a house party on her route

A USPS driver in Florida was arrested for DUI after attending a house party and driving recklessly while under the influence.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Online marketing

What's open and closed on Easter Monday 2025? Banks, stock markets, schools, USPS, Walmart, Dunkin', more

Easter Monday is not a federal holiday in the U.S., and many institutions will be open while some may remain closed.
#crime
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
New York City

Mailman stabs co-worker inside NYC apartment as cops discover gruesome blood trail: sources

A mailman attacked a colleague, stabbing her multiple times in her Staten Island apartment, and fled the scene.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Exclusive | NYC mail thief busted for raiding USPS box in brazen caught-on-video heist: officials

A brazen thief was arrested months after stealing mail from a USPS box in Brooklyn, revealing the ongoing issue of mail theft.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
New York City

Mailman stabs co-worker inside NYC apartment as cops discover gruesome blood trail: sources

A mailman attacked a colleague, stabbing her multiple times in her Staten Island apartment, and fled the scene.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Exclusive | NYC mail thief busted for raiding USPS box in brazen caught-on-video heist: officials

A brazen thief was arrested months after stealing mail from a USPS box in Brooklyn, revealing the ongoing issue of mail theft.
more#crime
#privatization
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk says the Post Office and Amtrak should be privatized

Elon Musk advocates for the privatization of Amtrak and USPS, criticizing their current state as 'embarrassing'.
He emphasizes the superiority of passenger rail systems in other countries.
Miscellaneous
fromAxios
4 months ago

Trumpworld considers Postal Service overhaul

Trump's potential USPS overhaul indicates possible privatization despite bipartisan concerns.
Republican leaders criticize USPS financial management and seek substantial restructuring.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Time to privatize the US Postal Service, the leak double standard and other commentary

USPS incurred major financial losses, prompting discussions on potential privatization as a solution.
Traditional mail usage is drastically declining, indicating the need for modernization and disruption in postal services.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
US Elections

Could Trump privatize the US Postal Service? Critics worry about fate of USPS as Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns

Louis DeJoy's resignation raises concerns about USPS's future amid privatization threats and operational changes.
The USPS faces significant challenges, especially with proposed workforce cuts and privatization.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

Bay Area USPS workers join nationwide rally against Trump administration's plans for privatization

Postal workers rally against Trump's postal service privatization proposal.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk says the Post Office and Amtrak should be privatized

Elon Musk advocates for the privatization of Amtrak and USPS, criticizing their current state as 'embarrassing'.
He emphasizes the superiority of passenger rail systems in other countries.
Miscellaneous
fromAxios
4 months ago

Trumpworld considers Postal Service overhaul

Trump's potential USPS overhaul indicates possible privatization despite bipartisan concerns.
Republican leaders criticize USPS financial management and seek substantial restructuring.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Time to privatize the US Postal Service, the leak double standard and other commentary

USPS incurred major financial losses, prompting discussions on potential privatization as a solution.
Traditional mail usage is drastically declining, indicating the need for modernization and disruption in postal services.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
US Elections

Could Trump privatize the US Postal Service? Critics worry about fate of USPS as Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns

Louis DeJoy's resignation raises concerns about USPS's future amid privatization threats and operational changes.
The USPS faces significant challenges, especially with proposed workforce cuts and privatization.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

Bay Area USPS workers join nationwide rally against Trump administration's plans for privatization

Postal workers rally against Trump's postal service privatization proposal.
more#privatization
Social justice
fromQNS
1 month ago

'I reject the notion that my race or sex would bar my focus in life': Queens honors Constance Baker Motley with USPS stamp unveiling - QNS

The unveiling of a stamp honoring Constance Baker Motley highlights her significant contributions to civil rights and history.
The USPS celebrates African-American contributions through its Black Heritage Forever Stamps.
#louis-dejoy
fromFast Company
1 month ago
NYC startup

USPS asks DOGE to help with retail leases and counterfeit postage

DeJoy seeks support from Elon Musk's efficiency team to address USPS lease renewals and combat counterfeit postage.
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago
US politics

DOGE to work with USPS to find efficiencies, DeJoy says

USPS partners with DOGE to implement reforms aimed at financial stability and operational efficiency.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

USPS asks DOGE to help with retail leases and counterfeit postage

DeJoy seeks support from Elon Musk's efficiency team to address USPS lease renewals and combat counterfeit postage.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

DOGE to work with USPS to find efficiencies, DeJoy says

USPS partners with DOGE to implement reforms aimed at financial stability and operational efficiency.
more#louis-dejoy
Retirement
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump's Post Office plan has a $400 billion conundrum

USPS financially struggles with substantial pension and healthcare liabilities, lacking control over investment decisions, leading to deficits and losses.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

US Postal Service restarts China deliveries as Trump tightens import tax rules

The USPS has lifted a suspension on parcels from China, aligning with new duty measures and improving tariff collection processes.
#trade-tensions
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago
Chicago

USPS temporarily suspends package service from China, Hong Kong as Trump's tariffs kick in

The U.S. Postal Service has paused the acceptance of inbound parcels from China and Hong Kong.
This suspension highlights the escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

US Postal Service halts china parcels following new Trump trade measures

USPS halts parcel shipments from China and Hong Kong due to new import regulations targeting duty-free goods.
The decision reflects escalating trade tensions between the US and China.
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago
Chicago

USPS temporarily suspends package service from China, Hong Kong as Trump's tariffs kick in

The U.S. Postal Service has paused the acceptance of inbound parcels from China and Hong Kong.
This suspension highlights the escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

US Postal Service halts china parcels following new Trump trade measures

USPS halts parcel shipments from China and Hong Kong due to new import regulations targeting duty-free goods.
The decision reflects escalating trade tensions between the US and China.
more#trade-tensions
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The USPS has temporarily stopped accepting inbound packages from China and Hong Kong

USPS suspends acceptance of parcels from China and Hong Kong until further notice.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

SJ family desperate to find father's ashes after USPS delivered them to wrong address

A San Jose family struggles to recover cremated remains delivered to the wrong address by USPS.
fromMission Local
4 months ago
Mission District

USPS mail carrier dies on Valencia Street

A USPS employee died at an intersection in San Francisco after being found unresponsive.
There were unsuccessful attempts at CPR before the medical examiner's arrival.
#smishing
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Smishing' and other scams could kill your holiday joy, Postal Service warns

Be cautious of holiday scams like smishing and package theft that can spoil the festive season.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Smishing': US Postal Service issues warning about text message scam. Here's what to know

Beware of 'smishing' scams pretending to be USPS messages about package deliveries; do not click on links or share personal information.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Digital life

That text from the post office could be a scam. How to avoid 'smishing' fraud

Beware of 'smishing' scams posing as USPS notifications during peak holiday shipping times.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Smishing' and other scams could kill your holiday joy, Postal Service warns

Be cautious of holiday scams like smishing and package theft that can spoil the festive season.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Smishing': US Postal Service issues warning about text message scam. Here's what to know

Beware of 'smishing' scams pretending to be USPS messages about package deliveries; do not click on links or share personal information.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Digital life

That text from the post office could be a scam. How to avoid 'smishing' fraud

Beware of 'smishing' scams posing as USPS notifications during peak holiday shipping times.
more#smishing
#holiday-shipping
fromSecret NYC
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ship Your Holiday Packages By These Dates To Ensure They're Delivered On Time

Plan ahead for holiday shipping to ensure timely delivery.
USPS has outlined specific mailing dates for various services in 2024.
Early shipping is encouraged to avoid delays during the busy season.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
US news

Here are the deadlines for mailing your holiday gifts to ensure they arrive on time

Mail gifts as early as possible to ensure delivery by Christmas, especially with fewer shopping days this year.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Shipping deadlines for Christmas 2024: USPS, UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Walmart, and more

Shipping deadlines for holiday delivery vary by carrier, with specific dates for USPS, UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Walmart, and Target.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Here's how long you have left to mail gifts before the holidays

Send holiday packages early to avoid delays before Christmas.
UPS is hiring over 125,000 seasonal workers for holiday shipping demands.
fromSecret NYC
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ship Your Holiday Packages By These Dates To Ensure They're Delivered On Time

Plan ahead for holiday shipping to ensure timely delivery.
USPS has outlined specific mailing dates for various services in 2024.
Early shipping is encouraged to avoid delays during the busy season.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
US news

Here are the deadlines for mailing your holiday gifts to ensure they arrive on time

Mail gifts as early as possible to ensure delivery by Christmas, especially with fewer shopping days this year.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Shipping deadlines for Christmas 2024: USPS, UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Walmart, and more

Shipping deadlines for holiday delivery vary by carrier, with specific dates for USPS, UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Walmart, and Target.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Here's how long you have left to mail gifts before the holidays

Send holiday packages early to avoid delays before Christmas.
UPS is hiring over 125,000 seasonal workers for holiday shipping demands.
more#holiday-shipping
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Design

Betty White, Keith Haring, and cute animals: These are USPS's 2025 stamp designs

Betty White will be honored with a postage stamp in 2025, showcasing a digital illustration by Dale Stephanos.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Illinois mail carrier celebrates Thanksgiving with man after helping to save his life after fall

A mail carrier's quick response to an emergency forged a new friendship that enriched their Thanksgiving celebration.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Boston woman pleads guilty to armed robberies of mail carriers

Myesha Lewis pleaded guilty to federal robbery charges involving assaults on USPS letter carriers, highlighting a disturbing trend in mail theft crimes.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

More than 800 care packages to be sent to troops overseas by San Jose nonprofit groups, USPS

Operation: Care and Comfort sends holiday care packages to deployed troops, showing appreciation through thoughtful gifts and reminders they are not forgotten.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bostonherald.com
6 months ago

1 in 5 voters ready to use mail-in ballots. Is the Postal Service prepared?

The U.S. Postal Service is prepared to handle increased mail-in ballots for the 2024 election, ensuring timely and secure delivery.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Where can I find a mailbox for my vote-by-mail ballot?

Declining USPS mailbox usage may require longer travel for mail-in ballots.
Using the USPS collection box finder can help locate the nearest mailbox.
Voters must ensure ballots are postmarked by November 5 to be counted.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

The Boston City Council held an emergency hearing on late mail delivery. The USPS didn't show up.

USPS mismanagement is causing significant mail delays in Boston, impacting residents and businesses, leading to concerns over election integrity.
Coronavirus
fromFast Company
7 months ago

Free COVID tests are back: Here's how to place your USPS mail order from the government

Free at-home COVID tests are available again to combat rising cases and the new XEC variant before the holiday season.
fromBoston.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Probation recommended for Mass. mail carrier who stole valuables from parcels

William J. Paige will avoid prison for stealing rare coins from mail parcels and will serve two years probation with restitution.
Left-wing politics
fromsun-sentinel.com
7 months ago

Election officials warn that widespread problems with the US mail system could disrupt voting

Mail delivery issues threaten to disenfranchise voters, risking their participation in the presidential election.
Election officials urge immediate action from USPS to improve mail delivery for ballots.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Why are mail collection boxes disappearing in Brooklyn Heights?

USPS is replacing mail collection boxes in Brooklyn Heights due to high theft incidents, impacting residents' ability to send mail securely.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago
Left-wing politics

USPS dumps plan to send Reno-area mail processing to Sacramento

USPS abandoned plans to reroute mail processing from Reno to Sacramento, addressing local concerns about mail delays and election ballot processing.
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Postal Service Ignoring Heat Risks to Mail Carriers, Investigation Finds

The USPS is criticized for putting employees at risk by pushing mail deliveries during extreme heat without proper safety training.
Upper West Side
fromWest Side Rag
9 months ago

Monday Bulletin: Head of UWS School Resigns After Turmoil Over Gaza War; 86th Street Mailboxes Go Missing; UWS Tenants Rally Against Landlord; 'The Princess of West 72nd Street'

Monday will be the hottest day with no rain, while rain is forecast from Tuesday to Saturday. Problems at Ethical Culture Fieldston School led to the resignation of the head.
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