On December 16, 2025, Christina Chambers, a respected former WBRC sports reporter and more recently a corporate communications professional in Hoover, Alabama, was found dead alongside her husband in their home. Authorities described the tragedy as an apparent murder‑suicide involving gunshot wounds.
A family member discovered the couple unresponsive around 9 a.m. at their residence on Highland Manor Court. Hoover Police and Fire‑Medics pronounced both deceased at the scene. Their three‑year‑old son was inside the home but was unharmed, underscoring the devastating personal nature of the event in a quiet Jefferson County neighborhood.
Chambers’ career reflected both breadth and distinction. After earning her journalism degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham—where she competed as a Division I scholarship athlete in cross country and track—she began reporting at WLTZ NBC38 in Columbus, Georgia. She later worked at Comcast Sports Southeast in Atlanta, WAKA in Montgomery, and joined WBRC Fox 6 in 2015 as a sports reporter.
In 2021, she transitioned into education, serving as a broadcast journalism teacher and advisor at Thompson High School in Alabaster. Under her guidance, students achieved state championships and earned journalism awards. Her dedication was recognized in 2024 when she was named Advisor of the Year by the Alabama Scholastic Press Association. By 2025, she had moved into corporate communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, while continuing freelance sports coverage for WBRC during football season.
Outside of work, Christina was an avid runner. She completed multiple marathons, including three Boston Marathons and the 2025 Rome Marathon. She often combined her athletic pursuits with her professional life, anchoring race coverage while participating. Alongside her career and fitness achievements, she was devoted to her young son, whom she adored and prioritized following her marriage in 2021. Friends and colleagues remembered her for her humor, warmth, and ability to build strong connections across Alabama.
Hoover Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the deaths, noting that there is no ongoing threat to the public. While details about motive or sequence remain undisclosed, the tragedy has deeply affected both her family and the Birmingham media community.
Christina Chambers is remembered for her excellence in journalism, her dedication to mentoring students, her athletic accomplishments, and her profound love as a mother. Her legacy endures through the stories she told, the students she inspired, and the joyful energy she shared with family and colleagues. In this time of grief, her life stands as a testament to resilience, passion, and meaningful connection.