A VOICE SILENCED IN ALABAMA
The baseball and broadcasting communities are in deep mourning following the tragic death of Christina Chambers, a beloved sports reporter and journalism educator. On December 16, 2025, Chambers, 38, and her husband, Johnny Rimes Jr., 41, were found deceased in their Hoover, Alabama, home in what law enforcement has described as an apparent murder-suicide.
While the news has resonated deeply with fans in Chicago and across the country, it is important to clarify that Chambers was a cornerstone of the Alabama sports media landscape. She was a “trusted sideline voice” for the AHSAA TV Network and a former standout reporter for WBRC Fox 6 in Birmingham. The “devastating circumstances” of her passing have left colleagues and students in shock, casting a somber light on the “hidden tragedies” that can occur behind the scenes.
BY THE NUMBERS: THE LEGACY OF A STORYTELLER
Chambers was more than a reporter; she was a mentor and a record-breaking athlete whose energy was “palpable” on and off the field.
| Metric | Impact and Accolades |
| Broadcasting Tenure | 10+ Years (WBRC, WAKA, WLTZ, AHSAA) |
| Education Role | Director of Thompson High School Broadcast Academy |
| Major Award | 2024 ASPA Advisor of the Year |
| Athletic Background | 4-Year D1 Athlete (UAB Track & Cross Country) |
| Surviving Family | 3-Year-Old Son, Constantine |
A POWERFUL GESTURE OF COMPASSION
The story of the “Cubs star” visiting the family is a testament to the far-reaching impact of this tragedy. While the specific player’s identity remains private in many reports to respect the family’s grieving process, the $200,000 donation to assist with medical, funeral, and educational expenses for Chambers’ young son, Constantine, highlights the profound community of support within Major League Baseball.
- A Child Left Behind: Constantine, just 3 years old, was found in the home physically unharmed. Reports indicate he opened the door for his grandfather, who had come to check on the family.
- The “Nexus” of Support: A GoFundMe has been established to ensure Constantine’s future, already raising significant funds to honor Chambers’ “love and dreams” for her child.
THE “HIDDEN TRAGEDY” AND THE PATH FORWARD
The “domestic violence incident” that claimed Chambers’ life has sparked a nationwide conversation among fans about the safety of those who bring the games into our homes. Colleagues describe her as a “source of joy” who mentored hundreds of students at Thompson High School, teaching them not just how to report the news, but how to live with integrity.
“What Christina Chambers means to so many people in the state of Alabama cannot even be described,” said fellow journalist Simone Eli. “She was the embodiment of a remarkable human being. She touched so, so many lives.”
THE VERDICT: A LEGACY OF LOVE
Whether she was on the sidelines of the Super 7 State Championships or in a classroom in Alabaster, Christina Chambers left an indelible mark. As supporters across Chicago and Alabama come together in prayer, the “meaningful legacy” she built far from the field—through her students, her stories, and her son—will ensure her voice is never truly forgotten.
