Daylight saving time rings in the summer months for 48 states, but some Texas lawmakers are working to end the historic practice of changing clocks twice a year.  Democratic State Rep. Vikki Goodwin introduced a joint resolution for a state constitutional amendment that would end time changes via popular vote. If passed, Texans would get to choose daylight or standard time year-round. 

Texas Water Day is an educational event that highlights critical issues like how to make sure there's enough water for everyone as the state's population continues to grow. KVUE sat down with State Rep. Vikki Goodwin – a member of the Texas Water Caucus, which the Texas Water Foundation is also behind – to see what's changed since the group formed in 2023. The House Democrat said a lot has changed in that time, and water is now a priority for her, especially with Lake Travis in her district. 

Summer Wilson completed a half-marathon to raise awareness about sexual assault. State representatives Vikki Goodwin, Donna Howard, and Ann Johnson joined Willis for the final 0.3 miles of her race. Together, they ran arm-in-arm into the finish line on Congress Avenue. They were later joined by Congressman Lloyd Doggett outside the gates of the Texas state capitol for a press conference to share their plans for policy changes and appreciation for Willis’s advocacy.