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#crime

Postal Worker Is Fatally Stabbed at a Bodega in Harlem

A USPS employee was fatally stabbed in Harlem, and a person of interest is in custody.

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.

Postal Worker Is Fatally Stabbed at a Bodega in Harlem

A USPS employee was fatally stabbed in Harlem, and a person of interest is in custody.

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.
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#smishing

'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.

'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.

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.

Beware of Fake USPS Text Messages

Be cautious of unfamiliar USPS delivery text links; USPS does not send unsolicited texts with links. Report smishing incidents to spam@uspis.gov.

'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.

'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.

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.

Beware of Fake USPS Text Messages

Be cautious of unfamiliar USPS delivery text links; USPS does not send unsolicited texts with links. Report smishing incidents to spam@uspis.gov.
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#mail-processing

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.

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.

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.

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.
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#holiday-shipping

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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#betty-white

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.

USPS reveals plans for stamp honoring 'Golden Girls' icon Betty White

Betty White will be honored with a Forever stamp by the USPS in 2025, celebrating her legacy in television and her impact on popular culture.

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.

USPS reveals plans for stamp honoring 'Golden Girls' icon Betty White

Betty White will be honored with a Forever stamp by the USPS in 2025, celebrating her legacy in television and her impact on popular culture.
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#trump-administration

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.

After Reports Suggest Trump Seeks to Privatize USPS, Progressives Speak Out

Trump plans to discuss privatizing the U.S. Postal Service, raising concerns among progressives about potential impacts on public service.

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.

After Reports Suggest Trump Seeks to Privatize USPS, Progressives Speak Out

Trump plans to discuss privatizing the U.S. Postal Service, raising concerns among progressives about potential impacts on public service.
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#postal-service

Trump eyes privatizing United States Postal Service during second term

Trump aims to privatize USPS due to financial losses, sparking concern over consumer impact and federal employment.

USPS Overhaul Threatens to Dismantle National Postal Service

The USPS overhaul threatens jobs and service efficiency across the country, prompting significant resistance from postal worker unions.

Stampflation break: USPS skipping January stamp price increase but plans future hikes

USPS plans five stamp price increases by 2027, initiating with a projected hike in July 2025.

Trump eyes privatizing United States Postal Service during second term

Trump aims to privatize USPS due to financial losses, sparking concern over consumer impact and federal employment.

USPS Overhaul Threatens to Dismantle National Postal Service

The USPS overhaul threatens jobs and service efficiency across the country, prompting significant resistance from postal worker unions.

Stampflation break: USPS skipping January stamp price increase but plans future hikes

USPS plans five stamp price increases by 2027, initiating with a projected hike in July 2025.
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Postal Service's plan to electrify mail trucks falling far short of its goal

The USPS's transition to an all-electric fleet faces severe delays and production issues, undermining environmental commitments and operational goals.

Postmaster General Covers Ears in Protest During Wild Exchange With House Republican: You're Talking To Yourself'

DeJoy's leadership of USPS faces significant criticism, undermining the agency's reputation and efficiency.

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.

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.

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.
#election-integrity

Voters are advised to return their ballots early because of mail delay concerns

Concerns are growing among election officials about the USPS's ability to deliver mail-in ballots on time for upcoming elections.

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.

Theft from South Berkeley mail truck may have included ballots

Residents in South Berkeley report missing mail-in ballots amid theft of mail from USPS trucks, raising concerns about the election's integrity.

Voters are advised to return their ballots early because of mail delay concerns

Concerns are growing among election officials about the USPS's ability to deliver mail-in ballots on time for upcoming elections.

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.

Theft from South Berkeley mail truck may have included ballots

Residents in South Berkeley report missing mail-in ballots amid theft of mail from USPS trucks, raising concerns about the election's integrity.
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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.

As Election Day Nears, Pitfalls of Austerity at USPS Are Clearer Than Ever

The USPS's financial turnaround highlights the impact of federal legislation on federal agency sustainability.
Support for the USPS reflects its importance in American society and economy.
#alameda-county

Where's my Alameda County voter guide?

Alameda County voters are frustrated due to delays in receiving official voter guides, risking their ability to make informed voting decisions.

Why is my Alameda County voter guide missing?

Many voters in Alameda County are missing their voter guides, raising concerns before the upcoming election.

Where's my Alameda County voter guide?

Alameda County voters are frustrated due to delays in receiving official voter guides, risking their ability to make informed voting decisions.

Why is my Alameda County voter guide missing?

Many voters in Alameda County are missing their voter guides, raising concerns before the upcoming election.
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#election-2024

Mail Service Is So Bad That It Might Disrupt Voting

Irregularities in USPS operations may jeopardize mail-in voting for the 2024 election, potentially impacting voter turnout.

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.

Mail Service Is So Bad That It Might Disrupt Voting

Irregularities in USPS operations may jeopardize mail-in voting for the 2024 election, potentially impacting voter turnout.

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.
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#legislation

There's a New Bill to End the USPS Ban on Shipping Alcohol. Here's What it Could Mean.

Senator Merkley proposes legislation to allow USPS to deliver alcoholic beverages, challenging Prohibition-era restrictions.

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.

There's a New Bill to End the USPS Ban on Shipping Alcohol. Here's What it Could Mean.

Senator Merkley proposes legislation to allow USPS to deliver alcoholic beverages, challenging Prohibition-era restrictions.

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.
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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.
#public-health

Order free at-home COVID-19 test kits as USPS resumes nationwide distribution - QNS

USPS is distributing millions of free at-home COVID-19 test kits to enhance access and monitor healthcare data.

Free COVID-19 tests are still available by mail - until Friday

Free at-home COVID-19 tests available via USPS are ending after Friday.
Despite relaxed restrictions, testing remains vital based on state and federal recommendations.

Order free at-home COVID-19 test kits as USPS resumes nationwide distribution - QNS

USPS is distributing millions of free at-home COVID-19 test kits to enhance access and monitor healthcare data.

Free COVID-19 tests are still available by mail - until Friday

Free at-home COVID-19 tests available via USPS are ending after Friday.
Despite relaxed restrictions, testing remains vital based on state and federal recommendations.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Meet the Brooklyn artist who designed a new USPS Forever stamp

Artist Kim Parker designed floral stamps for USPS.

They falsely said USPS packages were lost or damaged, collecting $2.3 million. Now brothers face prison

Brothers scammed USPS for $2.3 million through fake insurance claims.
Faces potential 20-year prison sentence for mail fraud.
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