Chattanooga Welcomes 21 New Officers | Chattanooga News

Chattanooga’s police force just got a major upgrade—21 new officers, fresh out of 20 weeks of intense training, are ready to hit the streets. Class 26-2 brings a powerhouse mix of backgrounds: veterans, pro athletes, wildfire fighters, and welders—all united by a mission to serve the city better. Chief John Chambers calls their diversity a game-changer, helping them connect with Chattanooga’s varied communities on a deeper level. Two grads even join ranks with family members already in uniform—a legacy of service that’s truly special. Their journey isn’t over yet—they’ll spend another 16 weeks shadowing seasoned officers before going solo. Welcome to the force, Chattanooga’s newest guardians. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/68b31f6fb95831e3