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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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COVID-19: Colorado Hospitalization Crisis Grows Closer

COVID-19: Colorado Hospitalization Crisis Grows Closer

By Michael RobertsNovember 23, 2020

More than a third of hospitals anticipate staff shortages this week.

Polis: Over 100,000 Coloradans Have COVID-19 Right Now

Polis: Over 100,000 Coloradans Have COVID-19 Right Now

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2020

One in every 49 people likely have the virus statewide.

Denver in COVID-19 Level Red for at Least 30 Days: “Please Stay Home”

Denver in COVID-19 Level Red for at Least 30 Days: “Please Stay Home”

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2020

“I know you hate this,” Hancock said.

Don’t Just Blame Trump for Rise in Colorado Hate Crimes, Expert Says

Don’t Just Blame Trump for Rise in Colorado Hate Crimes, Expert Says

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2020

Hate crimes in the state rose 74 percent year over year.

King Soopers and COVID-19: Chain With Most Outbreaks on Safety Now

King Soopers and COVID-19: Chain With Most Outbreaks on Safety Now

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2020

A spokesperson boasts about thirty safety procedures and policies.

COVID-19 Denver Neighborhood Positivity Rates as City Hits Level Red

COVID-19 Denver Neighborhood Positivity Rates as City Hits Level Red

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2020

Most neighborhoods have positivity rates shy of Level Red.

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Why Aurora Says It Did Nothing Wrong in Death of Elijah McClain

Why Aurora Says It Did Nothing Wrong in Death of Elijah McClain

By Michael RobertsNovember 19, 2020

The document first published by Westword is rife with denials.

Comparing COVID-19 Safety at Two Metro Malls in Level Red Zones

Comparing COVID-19 Safety at Two Metro Malls in Level Red Zones

By Michael RobertsNovember 19, 2020

We compared practices at Cherry Creek and Colorado Mills.

Record 259 New Outbreaks Show COVID-19’s Brutal Colorado Impact

Record 259 New Outbreaks Show COVID-19’s Brutal Colorado Impact

By Michael RobertsNovember 19, 2020

New marks have been set for eight consecutive weeks.

CU Historian Looks Back on “Worst President Ever” Donald Trump

CU Historian Looks Back on “Worst President Ever” Donald Trump

By Michael RobertsNovember 18, 2020

The professor says Trump was an even worse leader than he thought.

COVID-19: The Differences Between Level Red and Level Purple

COVID-19: The Differences Between Level Red and Level Purple

By Michael RobertsNovember 18, 2020

Red will rule in Denver as of Friday, November 20.

COVID-19: Colorado Counties Going to Level Red and More on the Cusp

COVID-19: Colorado Counties Going to Level Red and More on the Cusp

By Michael RobertsNovember 18, 2020

Of 64 Colorado counties, 52 are at a Level Red case rate.

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COVID-19: New Red Level Restrictions and Purple Level Rules

COVID-19: New Red Level Restrictions and Purple Level Rules

By Michael RobertsNovember 17, 2020

Now counties at the Red Level won’t face a stay-at-home order.

Famed Pot Attorney Rob Corry Hit With Year Ban on Practicing Law

Famed Pot Attorney Rob Corry Hit With Year Ban on Practicing Law

By Michael RobertsNovember 17, 2020

Corry is a longtime marijuana reform advocate.

The Rise and Fall of Colorado’s “Scarface of Marijuana”

The Rise and Fall of Colorado’s “Scarface of Marijuana”

By Michael RobertsNovember 17, 2020

Scott Pack has been ordered to pay investors nearly $2.5 million.

See 112 COVID-19 Outbreaks at Colorado Schools

See 112 COVID-19 Outbreaks at Colorado Schools

By Michael RobertsNovember 17, 2020

Nearly 10 percent of total outbreaks have happened at K-12 schools.

How Coloradans’ Odds of Getting COVID-19 Have Changed

How Coloradans’ Odds of Getting COVID-19 Have Changed

By Michael RobertsNovember 16, 2020

Response team leader Sarah Tuneberg offers key perspective.

Top Broncos Tweets About Drew Lock’s Epic Suckage Versus Raiders

Top Broncos Tweets About Drew Lock’s Epic Suckage Versus Raiders

By Michael RobertsNovember 16, 2020

The loss to the Las Vegas Raiders was among the season’s worst.

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Colorado COVID-19 Cases Seven Times Higher Than During First Wave

Colorado COVID-19 Cases Seven Times Higher Than During First Wave

By Michael RobertsNovember 16, 2020

The data remains terrible across major categories.

Polis: Unsafe Holiday Actions Like Putting a Gun to Grandma’s Head

Polis: Unsafe Holiday Actions Like Putting a Gun to Grandma’s Head

By Michael RobertsNovember 13, 2020

Much of the data shared by the governor was dire.

The COVID-19 Stat Few Understand Is Really Bad in Colorado, Too

The COVID-19 Stat Few Understand Is Really Bad in Colorado, Too

By Michael RobertsNovember 13, 2020

The R-naught value is key but can be confusing.

Why Colorado Roads Are Just as Deadly as Before the Pandemic

Why Colorado Roads Are Just as Deadly as Before the Pandemic

By Michael RobertsNovember 13, 2020

The pace of fatalities is basically unchanged since 2019.

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