Mariah Gardner's life changed forever on the night her ex-husband, Stephen Clare, attacked her in a fit of rage. In February 2023, Clare shot Mariah, killing their 10-month-old daughter, Willow Grace, in the process. Clare's violent assault left Mariah fighting for survival, both physically and emotionally. In the aftermath, Mariah has spent over a year seeking justice, advocating for domestic violence awareness, and fighting for stronger protections for survivors.

Join Arlene and Leah as they highlight domestic violence in Texas through this jarring case.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We encourage our listeners to donate an essential items bag for a nearby shelter.

The Willow Grace Foundation

Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

Show notes:
Woman Who Survived Brutal Attack Reacts to DA's Decision to Pursue Death Penalty Against Ex-Husband

‘My Ex Shot Me and Killed Our Baby’: A Mother’s Horror and Fight for Change

‘I Will Do Whatever It Takes’: A Mother's Year-Long Fight for Survival and Justice

Healing Through Advocacy: A Mother Survives Deadly Domestic Violence Attack

One Year Later: Mariah Gardner Reflects on Surviving a Brutal Domestic Violence Attack

Vigil for Baby Willow: Remembering the Rampage

Prosecutors Pursue Death Penalty Against Man Accused of Killing Baby; Mother Expresses Relief

Local Mother Hosts 'Walk for Willow' to Honor Late Daughter and Domestic Violence Victims

Man Accused of Killing Daughter, Attacking Ex-Wife Has Trial Date Pushed Back

Hundreds of Texans Were Killed by Intimate Partners in 2023

San Antonio Mother of Domestic Violence Victim Creates Nonprofit

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