Advocates and researchers have long complained that CalGang disproportionately hurts Black and Latino communities. But two local agencies defend its use.

Good Morning, I’m Debbie Cruz….it’s Thursday, March 20. Veteran members of San Diego street gangs say their peace efforts are paying off. More on that next. But first... the headlines….

San Diego Police Lt. Lou Maggi said he’d like to think part of the reason for the drop is due to several large-scale police operations targeting some of the most brutal gangs and criminals in ...

But police officials in San Diego and Escondido defend the gang database as an effective law enforcement tool that is regularly updated and closely monitored for accuracy. “It’s possible other ...