The MidWeek

The MidWeek is a part of Shaw Suburban Media, which is a division of Shaw Media..

Although it began as an advertising "shopper," originally called the Citizen Shopping News, The MidWeek has been a full-fledged newspaper since 1979. It is a free newspaper, delivered to 31,000 homes throughout DeKalb County, each Wednesday by carrier and the U.S. Mail. There also are newsstand distribution points at area businesses and on the NIU and Kishwaukee College campuses.

The MidWeek offers a full range of news and advertising features, reporting on local, community news. The MidWeek has earned more than 100 awards at the national, state and regional levels. Awards are for editorial and advertising excellence and speak highly about the quality of staff members here and the work that is done.

The MidWeek's primary coverage area extends from the northern border of DeKalb County south to the Route 30 corridor.