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The Seattle Sounders are preparing for another road test as they face the undefeated San Jose Earthquakes this weekend. Seattle enters the match in the middle of a seven-game road stretch while continuing to manage injuries and hoping to get forward Jordan Morris back soon.

More than a year after three people were killed in a Skagit County shooting and house fire, the suspect, Jason Birman, remains missing. Families of the victims are urging him to turn himself in and asking the public to remain alert and report any potential sightings.

Dozens of mothers and families affected by gun violence gathered on Seattle’s Capitol Hill to march and call for safer streets. The event, organized by Mothers on the Front Line as part of the “Echoes of Our Children” movement, aims to honor victims and push for stronger action to protect kids from gun violence.

The ongoing conflict with Iran is raising economic concerns in the U.S. as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz threaten a key global oil route. With roughly a fifth of the world’s oil shipments moving through the passage, rising crude prices are beginning to push gas prices higher for American consumers.

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith, the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, says the growing death toll and rising economic costs highlight the risks of the ongoing war with Iran. Smith urged the administration to stop the bombing campaign and seek an end to the conflict as public concern grows.

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The number of U.S. service members killed in the Iran conflict has risen to 13 after a refueling plane crash in western Iraq. As fighting continues, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are driving up fuel and fertilizer costs, adding pressure on farmers and consumers in the U.S.

Family friendly events happening around the Pacific Northwest this weekend.

Snoqualmie Pass along Interstate 90 has reopened after being closed for about a day due to heavy snowfall and dangerous driving conditions. Crews worked to clear more than 20 inches of snow, and chain requirements remain in effect for most vehicles as slushy roads persist.

Two Lakewood parents are under arrest after their 7-week-old baby died following injuries doctors say are consistent with abusive head trauma. Investigators say the child was taken to Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital after a 911 call reported he was not breathing, and the medical examiner has listed the tentative cause of death as homicide.

FOX 13 Seattle and Seattle Reign FC announced Friday that seven matches this season will be broadcast on FOX 13+ (KZJO ch. 22.1/cable 110). Coverage begins Sunday with the Reign’s season opener against the Orlando Pride at 1 p.m. on March 15.

Seattle celebrated a standout year in sports at the annual Sports Star of the Year awards, honoring top athletes, teams and community leaders.

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The FOX 13 Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert Day for Saturday as snow and ice in lowland areas and mountain passes impact travel across western Washington. Roadways like I-90 had no estimated time of reopening by Saturday morning as crews work to make the roads safe enough for travel.

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