Get ready to pay more at the post office this holiday season

Get ready to pay more at the post office this holiday season.

CHICAGO - Get ready to pay more at the post office this holiday season.

Holiday mail rates are already in place.

The increase is to cover handling costs.

The USPS says depending on how much your package weighs and how long it takes to deliver, increases could be as high as $6.50.

The price hikes will stay in effect until Jan. 22, 2023.