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.

Next time you find yourself at the airport or packing for a trip, consider joining the ranks of those who trust Jansport to ...

He started the backpack company in 1967, while still in college, and went on to revolutionize the way students carry books.

Murray McCory, co-founder of JanSport credited with developing many of the brand’s iconic products, passed away in Seattle, ...

After the death of Murray McCory, a founder of the outdoors equipment company JanSport, readers recalled how their backpacks served them on life’s journeys. By Amisha Padnani Amisha Padnani is ...

The student who had the gun in their backpack was arrested and will be charged, according to Nicolas. "All of our students, staff, and visitors walk through these systems every day as part of our ...

After school on Tuesday, a backpack was found outside the school. After believing it was left behind, a student turned the backpack into the school office. Upon investigation, school officials ...

A Holmes High School student was arrested Friday morning after an administrator found a weapon in the student's backpack, according to school officials. The weapon was not used in a "threatening ...

COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - A high school student was arrested after an administrator allegedly found a weapon in their backpack. Holmes High School released a statement to parents about an incident ...