Chris Hurst talks about decision to enter the political arena Gene Marrano February 14, 2017 1 minute read Chris Hurst Former WDBJ7 anchor Chris Hurst says life in the newsroom just wasn’t the same after his girlfriend was fatally shot, and that is a big reason he decided to leave there to run for the House of Delegates. WFIR’s Lillian Boyd has the story Share: Post navigation Previous: State lawmakers pass immigration enforcement bill that faces certain McAuliffe vetoNext: WBHS brings “Little Women” to life in Vinton Related Stories 1 minute read Two teens injured during stabbing in Southeast Roanoke Web Staff December 19, 2025 0 1 minute read Donated gifts deliver Christmas smiles at Rescue Mission Evan Jones December 18, 2025 0 1 minute read Hallmark holiday movies draw a large number of viewers Denise Membreno December 18, 2025 0
