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From The Vault: Karen Drew sits down with former Detroit police Chief Ike McKinnon

Retired Detroit police chief and former deputy mayor Ike McKinnon, now 75, is dedicating his post-retirement years to mentoring young African-American men in Detroit, aiming to change mindsets and reduce violence. Inspired by a pivotal conversation with former mayor Jerome Cavanagh that led him to pursue higher education and a distinguished career, McKinnon now seeks to share his experience and wisdom through direct engagement with individuals, schools, and churches, focusing on positive alternatives to drugs and crime.