Hoover Police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide that resulted in the deaths of two individuals Tuesday morning, one of whom is identified as former WBRC sports reporter Christina Chambers.
A Prominent Voice Silenced
Police responded to a call at a Hoover residence around 9 a.m. where they discovered Christina Chambers and her husband unresponsive. Both individuals were found to have sustained gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene. A three-year-old child was also present in the home and was unharmed.
Chambers joined WBRC in 2015, quickly becoming a familiar face to viewers as a key member of the sports team. She regularly appeared on the “Sideline” program on Friday nights and often contributed to coverage of the Mercedes Marathon, notably participating as a runner even while reporting on the event. She continued to freelance with WBRC’s Sideline through the 2025 football season after leaving her full-time position in July 2021.
A Career Dedicated to Sports
Prior to her time at WBRC, Chambers held sports reporting and anchoring positions at WAKA in Montgomery, Alabama, and WLTZ NBC38 in Columbus, Georgia. She also worked at Comcast Sports Southeast in Atlanta, covering Auburn University athletics and high school football. In 2014, she contributed to Raycom Media and the AHSAA as a sideline reporter for high school playoff broadcasts.
Colleagues remember Chambers as a warm and dedicated individual, deeply devoted to her three-year-old son and passionate about UAB Blazers and high school sports. One colleague shared, “She was one of the sweetest, most loving people that I know. She was relentless with running, loving her son, and loving life. I am glad I got a chance to hug and tell her I love her a week ago at the Super 7. I am so sorry for her family, the Chambers and Thompson Families, and her WBRC Family.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is known about the circumstances of the deaths?
Hoover Police are investigating the incident as an apparent murder-suicide. Both Christina Chambers and her husband were found with gunshot wounds and pronounced dead at the scene.
What was Christina Chambers’ role at WBRC?
Christina Chambers was a sports reporter and anchor at WBRC from 2015 until July 2021, when she transitioned to a freelance role. She was a key part of the station’s sports coverage, appearing on “Sideline” and contributing to events like the Mercedes Marathon.
Where did Christina Chambers begin her broadcasting career?
Christina Chambers began her broadcasting career as a sports and news reporter at WLTZ NBC38 in Columbus, Georgia.
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