Take the school backpack, for example. Its invention can be traced to one man, Murray McCory, who died last month. McCory ...

Lucky for you, we’ve done the research on the best backpacks for college. From trendy designs to heavy-duty storage solutions, we’re reviewing the top backpacks that work for college students.

Seattle-based entrepreneur and inventor of the modern backpack, Murray McCory, died last month at the age of 80.

He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.

The Wonderboom 3 is a great option for its quality sound, portability, and waterproof and dustproof construction, which ensures it can withstand any college antics. Typical backpacks are perfect ...

The school system said there was a "strong call" for additional steps to help keep students and staff protected in schools.

Even though much of my job as a travel writer involves testing suitcases, I usually prefer to fly with a carry-on backpack when I have the choice. You just can’t beat the sense of freedom that ...

Outdoor Life editors and writers have tested a ton of backpacks over the years, and these are our top picks. While day hiking, trail running, backpacking, and scrambling, OL writers and editors have ...

Though backpack bans are rare, school leaders across the state face a similar imperative to protect students from violence by any means necessary, oftentimes with limited resources at their disposal.

A student has been arrested after school officials said they found a weapon in their backpack at Holmes High School.It happened Friday morning when school officials said an administrator found a ...

Murray McCory, who founded JanSport while a student at UW and whose lightweight backpack, revolutionized school life for millions of students, died Oct. 7 in Seattle.