USPS
Coverage of USPS in the Nexus archive.
- [US] USPS account recovery phishing scare
A user initially faced issues with a disabled USPS account and received an suspicious request via email from "uspscustomersupport." After noticing inconsistencies, they contacted support through usps.com, where a representative confirmed the details of the communication, including the ticket number and government domain address, concluding that the situation was safe.
- USPS worker attacked outside San Leandro post office
A USPS worker was attacked outside a San Leandro post office on July 27. Authorities are offering a $150,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest and conviction.
- [US] I keep getting packages sent to my address under different names
A US resident has been receiving packages under different names at their address for months, likely from a Chinese company. The packages are delivered by non-USPS workers, contain items like wig caps and brow gel, and show no associated credit card charges. Despite contacting USPS and the sender, the packages continue arriving.
- USPS Expected Delivery Email for 2+ year old address, didn't order anything, no charges on my cards?
A user received multiple legitimate-looking USPS delivery emails for a zip code they haven't lived in for over two years, with tracking numbers from postage companies like Pitney-Bowes and Shipbob. No purchases were made, no charges appear on their accounts, and Gmail treats the emails as authentic. The user is unsure if this is a scam.
- [US] a Facebook Marketplace buyer ordered an item then filed a dispute to be refunded after it was shipped and delivered
A seller on Facebook Marketplace reported being scammed after a buyer filed a dispute for undelivered shoes, despite evidence showing the item was shipped and delivered. The seller provided USPS tracking confirmation but lost the dispute, resulting in a refund to the buyer. The buyer later sent a suspicious link and refused to resolve the issue.
- I have my scammers address what do I legally do? USA
A person purchased an item on eBay through Facebook, but the tracking number provided by the seller was fraudulent, leading to a scam. Despite evidence from USPS confirming the scam, eBay and Klarna denied refund claims. The victim now has the scammer's Texas address and seeks legal recourse.
- Still paused: USPS discretion in ballot deliveries
The USPS pause on discretion in ballot deliveries remains in effect. The article references a ruling and previous coverage on the issue.
- Despite high profile deaths, ‘nothing has changed’ for USPS carriers working in heat
Despite high-profile deaths, USPS carriers in the Dallas area report unchanged working conditions in the heat. Less than half of Dallas-area postal workers have access to air conditioned vehicles, according to a USPS statement.
- [US] Got scammed on mercari and vendor wants to refund me on Cashapp afterwards. Worried I was added to a “Suckers List”
A user purchased an item on Mercari, but the package was returned due to postal issues. The vendor communicated via Instagram (against Mercari's TOS) and later offered a refund through Cashapp or Zelle, raising concerns about potential scams. The user also received a suspicious Instagram message from an unknown account, prompting fears of being targeted on a 'suckers list.'
- [US] SHEIN sent me counterfeit postage return labels, then used it to deny my refund. Here's how I got my money back.
A customer reported that SHEIN provided counterfeit postage labels for returns, leading to denied refunds and package rejections by USPS. The customer eventually secured a refund through a credit card chargeback after a two-month dispute.
- Postal worker dies during shift in Little Elm
A USPS worker died after collapsing during a shift in Little Elm earlier this week. It remains unclear whether the death was related to the scorching temperatures in North Texas.
- e-tailer using fake USPS tracking and/or postage
A user ordered an item from an Instagram ad and received a USPS tracking number indicating counterfeit postage. A second tracking number provided by the seller showed impossible dates (2026) and locations, suggesting a scam. The user received a refund after disputing the charge, with the seller using a shop.app platform to avoid exposing credit card details.
- USPS to move forward with major mail-in voting change: ‘A win for election integrity’
The USPS is implementing a major mail-in voting change, citing it as a win for election integrity. A federal appeals court ruling in California, which could reshape how ballots are handled nationwide, has provided support for voters facing long election result waits.
- Public Grid in Baltimore
A new Baltimore condo owner is questioning a third-party service called 'Public Grid' recommended by condo management, which includes a checklist for moving tasks. The user suspects the service may be a scam or a platform pushing preferred partners, as it lacks visible reviews and legitimacy verification.
- Fake Amazon package notification?
A user received notifications from the USPS and Shop apps about a package from an unfamiliar location they did not order. The sender was listed as 'AMAZON' in all caps without the official logo, raising concerns about a potential scam. The user confirmed no fraudulent charges on their accounts and reported the tracking number to Amazon.
- Coinbase Letter via Certified Mail
The daughter received a certified mail letter from Coinbase regarding unclaimed funds, with elements like her full name and account details presented as convincing, but the return address in Richardson, TX, and a QR code raised suspicions. The user has not found existing reports on its legitimacy.
- Real USPS package tracking, not ordered by me, picked up at post office
A user received unexpected USPS notifications about a package they did not order, which was later picked up from the post office. They confirmed the issue via USPS Informed Delivery and email, suspecting mail fraud and potential identity compromise.
- USPS to raise Forever stamp prices again. Here’s by how much
Starting July 12, Forever stamps will cost 82 cents, an increase from the current 78 cents. Other USPS mailing service products are also set to see price increases.
- [US] Why would a neighbor keep using my address for deliveries?
A person reports receiving unrequested deliveries addressed to their neighbor's name but with their own address. The neighbor claims the address was entered by mistake, but the recipient suspects intentional misuse, as delivery workers drop packages outside doors, allowing easy access.
- possible usps email scam?
A user received a suspicious email claiming to be from USPS about a failed delivery with tracking number ending in 6924. The user notes discrepancies, including their actual USPS tracking numbers not matching and the email's sender not being a legitimate USPS address. USPS typically sends physical letters for delivery issues, raising scam concerns.
- USPS is raising the price of a Forever stamp to 82 cents this week
The USPS is increasing the price of a Forever stamp to 82 cents, effective July 12. This 4-cent raise marks the sixth price hike in five years.
- Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon
USPS stamp prices are increasing again, with the change taking effect soon. The article notes that mailing costs will rise, though specific dates and amounts are not detailed.
- [US] Card hacked twice in one month
A debit card was hacked, with fraudulent charges flagged by the bank. The user later discovered unauthorized orders placed using their email and a boyfriend's card, shipped to a PO Box in Georgia. They are seeking ways to prevent further leaks and report the address.
- A new "scam" this time coming from USPS itself???
A user received a suspicious email from USPS on July 4 about new PO Box pricing, claiming non-payment by July 12 would result in higher fees. The USPS website does not mention the new rates, and the user has received similar communications three times in three years. They plan to pay the PO Box fee in October as usual.
- [US] Someone else's mail keeps being delivered to my address. Scam?
A person moved into a new home and has been receiving mail addressed to an unknown individual at their address. The previous owner does not recognize the name, and the recipient is concerned about potential USPS errors or identity fraud despite using locked community mailboxes.
- [US] Received boxes of pokemon cards from Walmart that I didn't order. What's the angle here?
A user received an unexpected USPS package from Walmart containing unopened boxes of Pokemon First Partner Illustration Collection - Series 1. The package, labeled as paid for by a third party, was addressed to the user with a misspelled name and address. The user has no Walmart account, no suspicious credit card charges, and is unsure if it is a brushing scam or a scalper error.
- [US] Western Union Money Order sent to my house, what do i do?
A user received a USPS Priority Mail letter containing two $600 Western Union Money Orders from Walmart, addressed to 'Silver Linings Holdings' at their locked mailbox. The letter and checks are handwritten, including the return address, and the user suspects a scam, questioning whether to involve the police.
- Earthmoving MSU. https://emsu-equipment.com
A scam involving Earthmoving MSU, operated by a 'salesman' named Mike, led to victims wiring money for equipment that was never delivered. The scammer used delayed USPS processes to hinder fund recovery, and multiple victims reported similar experiences on Reddit. Bank of America confirmed the associated account was closed, preventing fund retrieval.
- Denham Springs man sentenced to 30 months for assaulting USPS employee
A Denham Springs man was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for assaulting a USPS employee. The attack occurred against a postal worker, resulting in a two-and-a-half-year prison term.
- The Needle: Trump Won’t Sign Affordable Housing Act, USPS Plans To Delay Mail-In Ballot Delivery and Suppress Votes, National Mall Not Looking Good, Stephen Miller in Peril, Stop Putting His Face Everywhere, and CFPB Mass Layoffs Blocked For Now
President Donald Trump refused to sign the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at lowering housing costs and restricting corporate buyers. The USPS plans to delay mail-in ballot delivery in non-compliant states, while a federal judge blocked Trump's executive order to create a federal voting list. Stephen Miller faces scrutiny over FBI documents, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's mass layoffs were temporarily halted.
- [US] The Shop app telling me about packages being sent from my address that I am not sending
A user reports receiving notifications from The Shop app about USPS packages being sent from their address to other states, which they did not authorize. They reported these instances to The Shop, but the app only removed the entries without further action, raising concerns about potential scams.
- USPS warns Congress it's running out of cash and needs a rescue
USPS warns Congress it is facing a cash shortage and requires financial assistance, with Postmaster General David Steiner stating the agency has accumulated $31 billion in defaults and may exhaust its funds by year-end.
- No mail delivery? Homeowners say USPS hasn’t delivered their mail for weeks in ongoing dispute
Homeowners in Granger, Ind.'s Woodford Trails community have not received mail from USPS since June 1 due to a dispute over a required cluster box unit (CBU). USPS claims new developments must use centralized delivery systems, but the developer, Adams Road Development, argues they were not informed of the 2012 policy until after construction began and oppose installing a CBU that would disrupt the neighborhood's design.
- Most Americans see freedoms under threat but core to nation's identity, AP-NORC poll finds
Most Americans view civil liberties like voting rights, free speech, and religious freedom as essential to the nation's identity but under threat, according to an AP-NORC poll. The survey highlights growing anxieties about the trajectory of these rights amid debates over immigration and the economy, with significant concerns about voting rights among Black Americans.
- USPS to relocate Blanco post office retail services after public review
USPS will relocate the Blanco post office retail services to a new location following community input. Officials confirmed that the services provided will remain unchanged.
- USPS reveals startling number of dog attacks on workers — and issues urgent warning to pet owners
USPS has reported a startling number of dog attacks on its workers and issued an urgent warning to pet owners. A worker shared that while physical injuries from an attack have healed, the emotional trauma remains.
- USPS raising stamp prices again. Here's when they take effect
The USPS is increasing stamp prices again, making sending letters more expensive. The price changes are set to take effect soon.
- USPS raising stamp prices again. Here's when they take effect
The USPS is increasing stamp prices again, making it more expensive to send letters.
- California’s sluggish vote counting ripped across the political spectrum: 'Extremely embarrassing'
California's slow vote counting process, driven by mail-in ballots and thorough review procedures, has drawn criticism from across the political spectrum. Concerns include delays in primary results and comparisons to other states' efficiency, though some defend the system for maximizing voter access.
- California’s sluggish vote counting ripped across the political spectrum: 'Extremely embarrassing'
California's slow vote counting process, driven by mail-in ballots and thorough review, has drawn criticism from across the political spectrum, with some calling it 'extremely embarrassing' and others defending it as necessary for voter access. Critics argue delays undermine electoral efficiency, while defenders emphasize the trade-off for maximizing turnout.