Tragic Sledding Accident Claims Lives of Illinois Teens in Colorado

Two high school seniors from Illinois died in a tragic sledding accident while on spring break at the Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Colorado. The boys rode down a half pipe and launched off a large snowbank at the bottom, causing blunt force trauma. The Summit County Sheriff's Office has taken over the investigation, and authorities are reminding people to always practice safe habits on the slopes. The school district is offering counseling and support to students and staff affected by the loss.