The new school year is underway, which means that kids will start filling their backpacks with their new school supplies. As your kids pile notebooks into their new backpacks, parents should consider ...

As the new school year approaches, physicians at Mercy Health — Lorain are raising awareness about the importance of proper backpack use to keep children from getting injured. “When used properly, ...

As Florida's Broward County school district announces a new policy to require students carry only clear backpacks, safety experts explain why the measure amounts to "security theater." (Photo: Getty) ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — As you send your kids back to class this week, backpack safety is something to remember. Overweight and poorly fitting backpacks can cause permanent damage to childrens’ ...

SPRINGFIELD — Keeping kids safe is a top priority as many are heading back to school in the Miami Valley. As reported on News Center 7 at 6:00, local health officials are calling on parents to think ...

With kids back to school in person, U.S. schools districts are once again searching for methods to prevent school shootings. This month, a student was suspected of opening fire at Timberview High ...

On Tuesday, KOAT asked APS superintendent Dr. Gabriella Blakey on the possibility of concealed detection scanners.

MADISION, Wis. - As children gear up for the new school year, ensuring their backpacks are safe and comfortable is essential to prevent back pain and injuries. Local clinical pediatric orthopedic ...