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Michael Roberts

Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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Governor Jared Polis’s Nerdiest Pre-Pandemic Tweets

Governor Jared Polis’s Nerdiest Pre-Pandemic Tweets

By Michael RobertsMay 5, 2020

His celebration of May the Fourth Be With You was just the beginning.

COVID-19: Denver Jail Virus Cases Up 32 Percent in Five Days

COVID-19: Denver Jail Virus Cases Up 32 Percent in Five Days

By Michael RobertsMay 5, 2020

The numbers took a jump from April 29 to May 4.

COVID-19 Safety Mess at Denver-Area Walmart

COVID-19 Safety Mess at Denver-Area Walmart

By Michael RobertsMay 5, 2020

The contrast between two Denver-area Walmarts was stark.

COVID-19 Update: No Dine-In Restaurants Likely for Three Weeks

COVID-19 Update: No Dine-In Restaurants Likely for Three Weeks

By Michael RobertsMay 4, 2020

Polis made numerous references to May the Fourth Be With You day.

COVID-19 Colorado: Some Virus Deaths May Never Be Confirmed

COVID-19 Colorado: Some Virus Deaths May Never Be Confirmed

By Michael RobertsMay 4, 2020

Some COVID-19 deaths may never be confirmed.

COVID-19 Update: What Aurora’s Outbreak Walmart Is Like Now

COVID-19 Update: What Aurora’s Outbreak Walmart Is Like Now

By Michael RobertsMay 4, 2020

The store is still designated as a COVID-19 outbreak site.

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COVID-19: MSNBC Rips Polis Over Colorado’s Early Opening

COVID-19: MSNBC Rips Polis Over Colorado’s Early Opening

By Michael RobertsMay 4, 2020

Criticism is hitting Colorado’s governor from both sides.

COVID-19: Polis on Why Colorado’s Keeping PPE, Test Orders Secret

COVID-19: Polis on Why Colorado’s Keeping PPE, Test Orders Secret

By Michael RobertsMay 1, 2020

May 1 is a significant day in Colorado’s reopening, Polis said.

COVID-19: A Colorado Contact-Tracing Horror Story

COVID-19: A Colorado Contact-Tracing Horror Story

By Michael RobertsMay 1, 2020

The inmate was released before the prison was declared at outbreak.

COVID-19: Many Outdoor Workers in Denver Area Rejecting Masks

COVID-19: Many Outdoor Workers in Denver Area Rejecting Masks

By Michael RobertsMay 1, 2020

Many CDOT crews aren’t following department mandates about masks.

COVID-19: Denver Neighborhoods With Most Cases, Shocking Rise

COVID-19: Denver Neighborhoods With Most Cases, Shocking Rise

By Michael RobertsMay 1, 2020

The number of cases in most Denver neighborhoods have exploded.

COVID-19 May Help Colorado Highway Projects Get Done Faster

COVID-19 May Help Colorado Highway Projects Get Done Faster

By Michael RobertsApril 30, 2020

Unannounced lane closures are happening during the daytime.

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9News Sacks Anchor Kristen Aguirre, Young Stroke Survivor

9News Sacks Anchor Kristen Aguirre, Young Stroke Survivor

By Michael RobertsApril 30, 2020

Kristen Aguirre offers her take in an emotional video.

COVID-19 Update: The Places Connected to 433 Deaths

COVID-19 Update: The Places Connected to 433 Deaths

By Michael RobertsApril 30, 2020

The number of outbreaks in Colorado has grown by 34 in a week.

COVID-19 Update: Where Colorado Really Is on Testing

COVID-19 Update: Where Colorado Really Is on Testing

By Michael RobertsApril 29, 2020

On-demand testing for the virus is still a ways off.

How Naked Pilot Story Prepared Craig Silverman for Global Spotlight

How Naked Pilot Story Prepared Craig Silverman for Global Spotlight

By Michael RobertsApril 29, 2020

Craig Silverman was soon at the center of his own media circus.

COVID-19 Update: “Crazy” Start to Renewed Denver Home Showings

COVID-19 Update: “Crazy” Start to Renewed Denver Home Showings

By Michael RobertsApril 29, 2020

Our expert sees a surge in demand after the stay-at-home order.

COVID-19 Update: Colorado Doesn’t Meet Federal Standards to Reopen

COVID-19 Update: Colorado Doesn’t Meet Federal Standards to Reopen

By Michael RobertsApril 29, 2020

The feds want to see a two-week decline in cases before states reopen.

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Naked Pilot Update: Truth, Lies and “Total Bullsh*t”

Naked Pilot Update: Truth, Lies and “Total Bullsh*t”

By Michael RobertsApril 28, 2020

A new lawsuit targets the hotel where the arrest took place.

COVID-19: Seven Ways It Will Change Denver’s Housing Market

COVID-19: Seven Ways It Will Change Denver’s Housing Market

By Michael RobertsApril 28, 2020

The economist offers Denver-specific analysis based on his national report.

COVID-19 Update: Inside Weld County’s Safer at Work Policy

COVID-19 Update: Inside Weld County’s Safer at Work Policy

By Michael RobertsApril 28, 2020

Case and death tolls identify the county as a virus hot spot.

COVID-19: Polis Says He Wasn’t Lying About Stay-at-Home Goals

COVID-19: Polis Says He Wasn’t Lying About Stay-at-Home Goals

By Michael RobertsApril 27, 2020

The governor spelled out new public-safety rules.

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