Hoover, Alabama – The Alabama journalism community is mourning the loss of Christina Chambers, a respected sports reporter and former longtime contributor at WBRC, following a tragic incident in Hoover that authorities say appears to be a murder-suicide.
Chambers, 38, and her husband were found unresponsive in their home Tuesday morning after a family member requested a welfare check around 9 a.m., according to Hoover Police Department. Officers reported both adults had suffered gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene by responding medics. A three-year-old child was also inside the home and was not injured.
Funeral arrangements reflect the deep roots Chambers maintained in her hometown of Cullman. A visitation will be held Sunday, Dec. 21, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, followed by a rosary at 7 p.m. Her funeral service is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 22, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Cullman.
Chambers joined WBRC in 2015 and quickly became a familiar face in Alabama sports coverage. Viewers often saw her on “Sideline” Friday nights, and colleagues recall her willingness to step in wherever needed—including anchoring coverage of the Mercedes Marathon while running the race herself. Though she left her full-time role in 2021, she continued freelancing during the 2025 football season.
Friends describe a woman whose impact went far beyond television. “How kind, how inclusive,” said Cary Morgan, a close friend. “She was always so intentional about the other person—always wanting you to be happy and laughing.” Another friend, Katie Bass, added, “She was somebody I could call about anything. Our kids were a year apart, so she was a mentor in parenting—a big sister I never had.”
A native of Cullman, Chambers was a Division I scholarship athlete at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, competing in cross country and track before earning a degree in journalism. Colleagues say that discipline and empathy defined her work.
As communities across Alabama react, the tragedy also renews conversations about family violence and the importance of recognizing warning signs—discussions local advocates say are critical to prevention. A GoFundMe established in Chambers’ honor aims to support her son’s future education, reflecting the collective desire to honor her legacy through care and opportunity.
WBRC described itself as “lucky to be part of Christina’s life,” a sentiment echoed by viewers and peers who continue to share memories of a journalist remembered for professionalism, generosity, and heart.
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