(7-16-26) BLACK-IN WEEK 3: The Black Church and the Black Press discuss collaborations and solutions

On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Black Headline News launched the "BLACK-IN" campaign in conjunction with the July Fourth holiday weekend, using the first forum in a series to educate viewers about the plight and history of the Black press, urging viewers to support Black media with valid, copious explanations. Week three featured special guests, Pastor Al Green of One Rugged Cross Church and Pastor B.T.

Lewis of Rising Star Baptist Church, discussing ways to work with the Black press with award-winning news publishers Cheryl Smith of Texas Metro News, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb of ONME News, and Brigitte Jones of The Bay Area Review.