USPS National and Illinois News

News from USPS National and USPS Great Lakes Area.
02/10/2025 19:51
WASHINGTON — With Valentine’s Day approaching, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) want consumers to be aware they may be targeted for romance scams, a deceptive form of fraud that preys on individuals seeking companionship. These scams often start online but frequently escalate to requests for money or valuables sent through the mail, leading to devasting financial and emotional losses for victims.
USPS and U.S. Postal Inspection Service Warn Public About Romance Scams Ahead of Valentine’s Day
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02/06/2025 16:50
WASHINGTON — The below remarks are as prepared for delivery by Postmaster General and CEO Louis DeJoy during the open session meeting of the Postal Service Board of Governors on Feb. 6, 2025.
Postmaster General and CEO Louis DeJoy’s remarks during the Feb. 6 Postal Service Board of Governors meeting
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02/06/2025 13:00
The U.S. Postal Service will issue its Freshwater Fishing Lures stamps at Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium in Springfield, MO, on March 13. This release celebrates the beauty and ingenuity of some of America’s most successful freshwater fishing lures with a colorful pane of 20 Forever stamps featuring five different, close-up photographs of five popular designs.
Freshwater Fishing Lures Stamps To Be Issued March 13
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02/06/2025 09:41
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Oct. 1, 2024 - Dec. 31, 2024).
U.S. Postal Service Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Results
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01/30/2025 11:02
NEW ORLEANS — The U.S. Postal Service today celebrated the iconic New Orleans musician Allen Toussaint (1938-2015) as the 48th honoree in the Black Heritage stamp series. As a virtuoso pianist, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger and producer, Toussaint played a pivotal role in shaping the unique sound of New Orleans music and introducing it to a global audience.
USPS Honors Iconic Jazz Musician with Black Heritage Stamp
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01/28/2025 08:54
CHICAGO IL — The United States Postal Service is consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America. We have, for over 245 years, delivered information, connected families and friends, and powered the engines of commerce and industry. Right now, we are looking for committed and motivated individuals to join us in our mission of service to your local community and the nation.
Become Part of the Most Trusted Team
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01/27/2025 14:00
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors will meet February 6, 2025, in an open session at Postal Service headquarters, 475 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC. The public is welcome to observe the meeting beginning at 10 a.m. ET in the Benjamin Franklin Room. The board is expected to discuss the following items:
U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors to Meet on Feb. 6
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01/21/2025 11:20
CHICAGO IL — The United States Postal Service is hiring for the following positions: Laborer Custodial, Electronic Technicians, Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Mechanic MPE, Building Equipment Mechanics and Area Maintenance Mechanics. Automotive positions include: Automotive Technicians, Automotive Mechanics, Body and Fender Specialist and Tools and Parts Clerk.
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01/17/2025 11:01
CHICAGO IL — Illinois Post Offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday marking the birthday of Civil Rights Movement champion Martin Luther King Jr.
Illinois Post Offices Closed January 20 in Observance of Martin Luther King Holiday
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01/08/2025 15:13
Southern Illinois — Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow seems to be the theme song for most of the greater Southern Illinois area at the moment, so the U.S. Postal Service is asking our customers to help our letter carriers and rural carriers deliver your mail safely by clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and mailboxes.
Postal Service Asks to Please Clear Snow and Ice
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02/11/2025 06:00
This publication provides information on the Manifest Mailing System, which automates the documentation of postage and fees for all pieces in a mailing paid via permit imprint indicia.
Publication 401: Guide to the Manifest Mailing System
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02/11/2025 06:00
Detailed information on the USPS Ship (Formerly Package Platform) data elements available through the Informed Visibility Mail Tracking & Reporting (IV-MTR) application.
USPS Ship Data Dictionary
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02/11/2025 06:00
A Mail Service Provider (MSP) offers a variety of solutions to prepare and present Full-Service presort mailings. For more information regarding Certified MSPs, please follow this link: https://postalpro.usps.com/full-service-cert/fact-sheet
Mail Service Provider (MSP) - Full-Service Certified Mailers
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