WBRC sports reporter Christina Chambers and her husband, Johnny Rimes were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide with their 3-year-old son was unharmed nearby, the news station confirmed in a report shared on its website.
“We are deeply saddened by this horrific tragedy, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to Christina’s family during this extremely difficult time. She was a cherished colleague whose warmth and loving personality touched everyone she worked with. Christina was a source of joy and inspiration to our team and company – she will be greatly missed,” WBRC said in a statement.
Chambers and Rimes were located at their home in Hoover, Alabama, shortly after 9:00 a.m. local time on Tuesday (December 16). The couple’s 3-year-old son was present at the home, but unharmed, according to a post shared on the Hoover Police Department’s Facebook page.
Chambers and Rimes were both found with gunshot wounds and police suspect “a murder/suicide” took place, however, an investigation is ongoing. The sports reporter also worked as a broadcast journalism teacher at Thompson High School, was celebrated in both fields, having won the Alabama Scholastic Press Association Adviser of the Year award in 2024, according to her Facebook, as well as helping Thompson High School win the journalism sustainability award, mentoring two students who won the Alabama Journalists of the Year awards and leading a team to a SkillsUSA State Championship in broadcast news, as well as her program to two All-Alabama Overall Broadcast Awards, according to WBRC.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Christina Chambers. From 2021 to early 2025, Christina served as a broadcast journalism teacher in our Broadcast Academy at Thompson High School, where she quickly formed meaningful connections with her students. Her dedication to them and to her profession was evident in everything she did,” said Alabaster City Schools Superintendent Dr. Wayne Vickers.
“As a beloved member of the Warrior Nation Network, Christina brought her deep knowledge and love of sports reporting to Friday nights, leaving a lasting impression on students, colleagues, and viewers alike. She was a cherished part of the Warrior family, and we extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all who are grieving this profound loss,” Vickers added.
If you or someone you know is at risk of suicide please call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741 or go to SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for additional resources.
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