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Sarah-Ann Shaw
American journalist (–)
Sarah-Ann Shaw (November 6, – March 21, ) was an American journalist and television reporter with WBZ-TV from to She was best known as the first female African-American reporter to be televised in Boston.
CBS News, the parent company of its affiliate WBZ-TV network in Boston for which Shaw worked for more than three decades, confirmed her death in a news article.
Shaw was also known for her presence in civil rights movements and as a volunteer in education programs.[1] Her recognition was widespread, including awards from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Rosie's Place, the Museum of Afro-American History, and Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD).[2]
Early life and education
Shaw was born in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston, to parents involved in the community.
Sarah-Ann's father, Norris King Jr. was an active member in the Roxbury Democratic Club. Her mother, Annie Bell Bomar King, was involved in the distinguished civil rights activities of Melnea Cass.[3]
During her years at William P.
Boardman Elementary Sch