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The biggest national news stories in 2025 were certainly hot topics here in North Texas as well. President Donald Trump\u2019s inauguration and subsequent deluge of executive orders<\/a>, ICE raids, the effects of tariffs, the Charlie Kirk murder and more found their ways to local headlines as the year progressed.<\/p>\n The longest government shutdown in history, the Texas measles outbreak,<\/a> and the deadly July Fourth flooding, three of the biggest stories of 2025, had major North Texas connections, of course.\u00a0 <\/p>\n But the stories that Observer readers read the most were of the hyperlocal flavor. Sure, the stories we published on the aforementioned topics gained their fair share of eyeballs, but when it comes to what our readers want the most, the Big D and the very immediate surroundings are where it\u2019s at.\u00a0<\/p>\n We\u2019re not saying these were our most important or hard-hitting stories, necessarily, although some of them certainly fit on that list too. What we are definitely saying is that Observer readers love learning about the suburbs, apparently.\u00a0 <\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis year, make your gift count \u2013 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOur work is funded by readers like you who make voluntary gifts because they value our work and want to see it continue. Make a contribution today to help us reach our $30,000 goal!\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n Here are the Observer\u2019s 10 Most Read News Stories of 2025. <\/p>\n 10. They Who Have Been Exiled: The Strict Religious Group Behind I-35\u2019s Cheese Cave<\/a><\/p>\n For years, an extreme group that former members call a cult has exercised tight control over its congregation near Waco.\u00a0<\/p>\n 9. Puppies Died After Dallas Dog Yoga Class. Studio, Breeder Cast Blame<\/a><\/p>\n Puppy yoga promises a wholesome, Instagrammable workout experience, but a recent Dallas class has resulted in anything but happiness.\u00a0<\/p>\n 8. These Dallas Suburbs Ranked Among the Worst Small Towns in the US<\/a><\/p>\n North Texas has many wonderful destinations, but a new ranking suggests that a few small towns around here might not be among them.\u00a0<\/p>\n 7. Family Faces Eviction After Son Allegedly Steals Deed to Lifelong Home<\/a><\/p>\n After nearly 30 years, the Mendozas have had to fight to keep from being forced out of their home through no fault of their own.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n 6. 3 North Texas Suburbs Ranked Among the Wealthiest in United States<\/a><\/p>\n We love driving around these well-to-do communities to point out which houses we like most. Even if we\u2019ll never be able to afford one.<\/p>\n 5. New Dallas Snowfall, Winter Forecast: Here\u2019s What To Expect<\/a><\/p>\n Who was ready for a white Thanksgiving after reading this?<\/p>\n 4. 5 Worst Dallas Suburbs Ranked, According to Readers<\/a><\/p>\n There are many North Texas suburbs, but these received the most hate, even if we don\u2019t think they necessarily deserve it.\u00a0<\/p>\n 3. Dallas Suburb Named One of the Best Places To Live in U.S.<\/a><\/p>\n One study lauded the city\u2019s schools, jobs and diversity, placing Plano high on its list of best cities to live in.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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