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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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Broncos Country Tweets Angrier Than Ever Even After Win Over Washington

Broncos Country Tweets Angrier Than Ever Even After Win Over Washington

By Michael RobertsNovember 1, 2021

The victory didn’t quell fans’ frustration.

Halloween Weekend Violence IRL: Five Dead, Ten Wounded in Metro Shootings, Stabbings

Halloween Weekend Violence IRL: Five Dead, Ten Wounded in Metro Shootings, Stabbings

By Michael RobertsNovember 1, 2021

At least four local communities were impacted.

Colorado’s Best Public and Private High Schools in 2021

Colorado’s Best Public and Private High Schools in 2021

By Michael RobertsOctober 29, 2021

The tuition for the top private high school is over $32,000.

Most Jaw-Dropping Halloween Costume Videos of Denver TV News Stars and More

Most Jaw-Dropping Halloween Costume Videos of Denver TV News Stars and More

By Michael RobertsOctober 29, 2021

Prepare yourself for the sight of dueling Renée Zellwegers.

Denver Cop’s Uncensored Blasts at LoDo Crime, Police Reform and More

Denver Cop’s Uncensored Blasts at LoDo Crime, Police Reform and More

By Michael RobertsOctober 29, 2021

Lt. Sean Faris didn’t shy away from controversial subjects.

Polis: High COVID Levels Likely to Trigger Hospital Changes Within Days

Polis: High COVID Levels Likely to Trigger Hospital Changes Within Days

By Michael RobertsOctober 28, 2021

One change is already being implemented.

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Ugly Last Fight Between DU and Prof Who Sued University and Won

Ugly Last Fight Between DU and Prof Who Sued University and Won

By Michael RobertsOctober 28, 2021

The lawsuit was over unequal payment of female professors.

How Ball Arena Vaccine Mandate Is Helped by Altitude-Comcast Stalemate

How Ball Arena Vaccine Mandate Is Helped by Altitude-Comcast Stalemate

By Michael RobertsOctober 28, 2021

Masks will be required for everyone over age two.

Kids Are Superspreaders in New COVID School Outbreaks

Kids Are Superspreaders in New COVID School Outbreaks

By Michael RobertsOctober 28, 2021

Infections among students far outnumber staff cases.

Parents Pissed, Pleased After Douglas County School Mask Order Ruling

Parents Pissed, Pleased After Douglas County School Mask Order Ruling

By Michael RobertsOctober 27, 2021

The judge delivered a smackdown to the health department.

Why Denver-Area Mansions Like Mike Shanahan’s Are Such Tough Sells

Why Denver-Area Mansions Like Mike Shanahan’s Are Such Tough Sells

By Michael RobertsOctober 27, 2021

Shanahan’s home sold for millions less than the original price.

Colorado Counties Way Above COVID Lockdown Levels

Colorado Counties Way Above COVID Lockdown Levels

By Michael RobertsOctober 27, 2021

The incidence rates of the disease are eye-popping.

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COVID in Colorado: Fewest ICU Beds Available Since Start of Pandemic

COVID in Colorado: Fewest ICU Beds Available Since Start of Pandemic

By Michael RobertsOctober 26, 2021

Other stats are the worst in 2021 to date.

Blake Street Crime Falling After Bloody Summer, Beta Nightclub Public Nuisance Claim

Blake Street Crime Falling After Bloody Summer, Beta Nightclub Public Nuisance Claim

By Michael RobertsOctober 26, 2021

Beta remains open pending a public-nuisance hearing.

Lauren Boebert’s Angry Denials, John Eastman’s Colorado Ties to January 6 Capitol Attack

Lauren Boebert’s Angry Denials, John Eastman’s Colorado Ties to January 6 Capitol Attack

By Michael RobertsOctober 26, 2021

Boebert’s statement quotes Ariana Grande.

COVID in Colorado: Tricky Math of Declaring K-12 Schools Outbreaks

COVID in Colorado: Tricky Math of Declaring K-12 Schools Outbreaks

By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2021

Not every school with five COVID cases is deemed an outbreak.

Why It Will Be So Hard for the Broncos to Fire Vic Fangio

Why It Will Be So Hard for the Broncos to Fire Vic Fangio

By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2021

The lineup for potential interim head coaches is ultra-weak.

More Weekend Violence in Aurora, Denver: One Teen Dead, Two Wounded

More Weekend Violence in Aurora, Denver: One Teen Dead, Two Wounded

By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2021

The person killed was just sixteen.

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Is Denver Public Schools Reneging on Police-Free Schools Pledge?

Is Denver Public Schools Reneging on Police-Free Schools Pledge?

By Michael RobertsOctober 22, 2021

Critics see DPS officers as the equivalent of cops.

Ex-Denver Cop Who Broke Teen’s Face for Dancing on LSD to Cost City $1.2 Million

Ex-Denver Cop Who Broke Teen’s Face for Dancing on LSD to Cost City $1.2 Million

By Michael RobertsOctober 22, 2021

Malow Mayek hadn’t committed a crime.

Top F-Bomb Tweets About Broncos Sucking Versus Browns

Top F-Bomb Tweets About Broncos Sucking Versus Browns

By Michael RobertsOctober 22, 2021

The humiliation was compounded by being on national TV.

Polis: COVID Trends “Alarming,” Crisis Standards of Care Could Return

Polis: COVID Trends “Alarming,” Crisis Standards of Care Could Return

By Michael RobertsOctober 21, 2021

The governor is meeting with hospital heads today.

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