Mary Claire Wooten

Mary Claire is a reporter. You can reach her at [email protected].

State

Trump-backed cuts threaten lifeline utility aid program

Trump’s proposed bill could eliminate LIHEAP, a utility assistance program benefitting thousands of low-income Alabama families amid rising heat.

June 12, 2025

Rep. Terri Sewell introduces bill to expand Medicare residencies

The bipartisan legislation would add an additional 14,000 residences over the next seven years, if passed.

June 11, 2025

Montgomery leaders speak out against federal closure of Job Corps

Mayor Steven Reed and Rep. Shomari Figures highlighted the economic impact the program has on Montgomery.

June 10, 2025

Chad Chig Martin’s final campaign centers around uniting Alabama

Chad Chig Martin’s final campaign is a grassroots effort focused on trust in government and serving the people of Alabama.

June 6, 2025

Reconciliation bill threatens rural health care in the state

Alabama could lose billions with cuts to Medicaid, straining rural hospitals and reducing care access for vulnerable residents.

June 5, 2025

Campaign finance reports shed light on the race for lieutenant governor

Four candidates for lieutenant governor filed campaign finance reports, revealing varied self-funding and cash contributions ahead of the 2026 election.

June 4, 2025

Alabama Reentry Commission releases final report

The commission released its final report ahead of the group's continuation as a task force to continue monitoring progress.

June 3, 2025

Rep. Dale Strong declines Senate run, seeks House reelection

Previously considered a contender for Tuberville's vacated seat, Strong announced he will seek a third term in the U.S. House.

May 30, 2025

Lawmakers review proposed parole guidelines and prison progress

The Joint Prison Committee met for its quarterly meeting to discuss updates ahead of a public hearing at the end of July.

May 29, 2025

Sen. Tommy Tuberville announces run for governor in 2026

Tuberville will run for Alabama governor in 2026, leaving his Senate seat an open race.

May 28, 2025