Maricopa Library Cardholders Gain Free Digital Access to Major Newspapers | The Locally Times
Maricopa County Library District cardholders now receive complimentary digital access to The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, expanding free information resources.
This initiative provides full digital editions of both publications without requiring payment from users. ## Expanding Access to Information The Maricopa County Library District, which operates 14 libraries across the county, offers this access to its cardholders. The New York Times access includes News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic. Users redeem 24-hour access codes, which can be renewed daily. For The Wall Street Journal, cardholders receive 72-hour access codes, redeemable every three days, after creating a free account on wsj.com. The library district's website specifies that sharing login credentials for The Wall Street Journal is not permitted. MCLD is a special taxing district serving Maricopa County and Town of Queen Creek residents and property owners, who can obtain a free library card. The district's mission includes providing access and services to improve residents' quality of life. Annual statistics from FY24-25 show MCLD serves 154,000 cardholders and hosts thousands of free events. This program expands access to high-quality journalism, supporting an informed community. The Maricopa County Library District's commitment to providing free access to information supports an informed citizenry. Future reports detailing the program's utilization rates and its overall impact on community engagement with news resources could further illustrate its value.