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Going electric: USPS fleet features pod-like vans to improve ‘delivery networks'
The USPS purchased six of Canoo’s pod-shaped LDV 190s to improve “processing, transportation and delivery”.
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Investment in efficiencies drives USPS price increases
The U.S. Postal Service raised the cost of First-Class forever postage stamps for letters from 66 to 68 cents. Even with the 2 cents increase, it is still a bargain to mail a letter to anywhere in the county. This is the sixth increase in the past three years. The organization says it needs to raise rates to invest in…
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Inflation hits the mailbox: USPS prices are rising — again
The USPS is increasing the price of Forever stamps and some shipping options. It’s the fifth price hike in just three years.
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Those iconic blue mail collection boxes are getting a high-tech makeover
The U.S. Postal Service is installing high-security versions in some locations around the country in a crackdown on theft this holiday season and beyond.
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USPS prepares for holiday shipping rush
The U.S. Postal Service is rolling out a few new tactics to ensure packages get to their destination by Christmas. News4’s Dominique Moody reports from one of the agency’s plants to show what it takes to meet the deadlines.
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See all the 2023 holiday postage stamps from USPS
USPS announced its newest stamp designs along with some iconic returners for the holiday season.
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USPS reveals new stamp designs for 2024
The United States Postal Service has announced their stamp selection for 2024. The list covers a wide range of subjects and designs featuring original illustrations, photographs and art.
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USPS unveils 2023 holiday shipping, mailing deadlines
According to USPS, it is offering a new option this year called USPS Ground Advantage. It provides a simple yet reliable way to ship packages on certain dates, with delivery between two to five days.
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DC postal worker accused of stealing $1.7M in checks arrested while trying to leave the country
A postal worker accused of stealing almost $1.7 million was arrested at Dulles International Airport trying to leave the country. News4’s Walter Morris reports.
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Postal worker accused of stealing $1.7M in checks arrested trying to board flight at Dulles
A former U.S. Postal Service worker has been arrested and charged with mail theft and bank fraud after allegedly stealing checks out of the mail worth a total of almost $1.7 million, according to the U.S. Department of Treasury. Hachikosela Muchimba, 43, started working at the Friendship Post Office in Northwest D.C. in 2020. From October 2021 to March 2023,…
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From piñata to postage stamp, US celebrates centuries-old Hispanic tradition
The U.S. Postal Service is rolling out its latest special edition postage stamps, paying homage to a Hispanic tradition that has evolved over centuries to become a universal symbol of celebration.
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DC postal worker accused of stealing checks worth $1.7M
A U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Washington, D.C., allegedly stole checks out of the mail worth a total of almost $1.7 million, according to federal court documents. News4’s Walter Morris reports.
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Letter carrier stole checks worth $1.7M from the mail, court documents say
A U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Washington, D.C., allegedly stole checks out of the mail worth a total of almost $1.7 million, according to federal court documents.
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USPS unveils plan to slash air shipments by 90% over two years as part of cost-cutting effort
The plan is part of U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s broader effort to reduce operating costs, increase revenue from packages, and ensure timely deliveries
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Connecticut mailman surprises toddler with truck parade for his 2nd birthday — see the sweet video
Jessica Bergman called her local mail carrier to surprise her postal service-loving toddler.
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USPS reveals which cities and states saw most dog attacks on mail carriers in 2022
The USPS said over 5,300 mail carriers were attacked by dogs last year. See which cities and states had the most attacks.
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These 3 cities have had dogs attack the most U.S. postal carriers
More than 5,300 U.S. Postal Service employees were attacked by dogs while delivering mail in 2022, according to the USPS.
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Postal Carriers Demand Action Amid Surge in Assaults, Armed Robberies
Letter carriers are demanding action from the U.S. Postal Service after enduring a 78% increase in robberies from the year before.
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‘He Helped People': Va. Post Office Named After Beloved Letter Carrier
“I don’t think Jesús Collazos ever thought they’d name a post office after him, but a hundred years from now, it’ll still be the Jesús Collazos Post Office,” a Virginia lawmaker said. Telemundo 44’s Lilian Mass reports.
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Letter Carrier Robbed at Gunpoint in Montgomery County
An armed suspect robbed a mail carrier in Olney, Maryland, police say.