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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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DougCo School in Senior Sunrise Controversy Partly Quarantined

DougCo School in Senior Sunrise Controversy Partly Quarantined

By Michael RobertsSeptember 1, 2020

Multiple classrooms were affected by the action.

Bandimere “COVID Chaos:” “What the F*ck Is Wrong With You Guys?”

Bandimere “COVID Chaos:” “What the F*ck Is Wrong With You Guys?”

By Michael RobertsSeptember 1, 2020

The September 1 gathering is slated to get under way at 6 p.m.

Denver Campaign to Legalize Pit Bulls Revs Up

Denver Campaign to Legalize Pit Bulls Revs Up

By Michael RobertsAugust 31, 2020

The issue will be on the November 3 Denver ballot.

“Save Our Children” Denver Group Tries to Dodge QAnon Ties

“Save Our Children” Denver Group Tries to Dodge QAnon Ties

By Michael RobertsAugust 31, 2020

The Denver branch denies affiliation with QAnon.

COVID-19 Update: No Big Spikes, but School Cases Growing

COVID-19 Update: No Big Spikes, but School Cases Growing

By Michael RobertsAugust 31, 2020

The list of schools with quarantines has more than tripled.

Pine Gulch Fire and Largest Wildfires in Colorado History

Pine Gulch Fire and Largest Wildfires in Colorado History

By Michael RobertsAugust 28, 2020

The current estimate is 139,006 acres.

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Denver Protests This Weekend Amid Anger Over Jacob Blake Shooting

Denver Protests This Weekend Amid Anger Over Jacob Blake Shooting

By Michael RobertsAugust 28, 2020

The gathering takes place one year to the day since Elijah McClain died.

Denver Rent Prices Falling, but Not Fast Enough

Denver Rent Prices Falling, but Not Fast Enough

By Michael RobertsAugust 28, 2020

Savings on a $1,000 apartment would only be $27.

COVID-19 Denver: Hancock on Loosening Restrictions, More Events

COVID-19 Denver: Hancock on Loosening Restrictions, More Events

By Michael RobertsAugust 27, 2020

Hancock hopes fans will be in the stands for some Broncos games.

Expert: Panic Buying Hits Denver Housing Market

Expert: Panic Buying Hits Denver Housing Market

By Michael RobertsAugust 27, 2020

The behavior recalls fights over toilet paper early in the pandemic.

COVID-19: Focus on the Family Declared an Outbreak Site

COVID-19: Focus on the Family Declared an Outbreak Site

By Michael RobertsAugust 27, 2020

Also on the list are two K-12 schools and two Home Depots.

Denver7 on Photo of Staffers Partying Like There’s No COVID-19

Denver7 on Photo of Staffers Partying Like There’s No COVID-19

By Michael RobertsAugust 27, 2020

The photo of the gathering was tweeted by a Denver7 reporter.

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COVID-19 Update: Addressing Economic Disasters Amid Virus Fight

COVID-19 Update: Addressing Economic Disasters Amid Virus Fight

By Michael RobertsAugust 26, 2020

A new program is designed to help hard-hit small businesses.

What Happens to a Denver Business Closed Over COVID-19 Violations

What Happens to a Denver Business Closed Over COVID-19 Violations

By Michael RobertsAugust 26, 2020

Denver must approve health plans before a business can reopen.

Attorney: Do Brown People Have Right of Self-Defense in Denver?

Attorney: Do Brown People Have Right of Self-Defense in Denver?

By Michael RobertsAugust 26, 2020

Elijah Martinez has been charged with first-degree murder.

COVID-19: Why Out-of-Staters May Cause CU Boulder Outbreaks

COVID-19: Why Out-of-Staters May Cause CU Boulder Outbreaks

By Michael RobertsAugust 26, 2020

Mask use was much better in Boulder when students were gone.

104.3 The Fan’s D-Mac Accidentally Tweets N-Word

104.3 The Fan’s D-Mac Accidentally Tweets N-Word

By Michael RobertsAugust 25, 2020

Darren “D-Mac” McKee has been a staple on 104.3 The Fan.

Homeless Coalition Building Damaged During Cops Clash

Homeless Coalition Building Damaged During Cops Clash

By Michael RobertsAugust 25, 2020

Residents of the building were traumatized by the violence.

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Who Do I Need to Blow to Buy Lysol in Denver?

Who Do I Need to Blow to Buy Lysol in Denver?

By Michael RobertsAugust 25, 2020

The search for the disinfectant has been in vain for at least six weeks.

Why 9News’s Jeremy Jojola Quit Twitter

Why 9News’s Jeremy Jojola Quit Twitter

By Michael RobertsAugust 24, 2020

Jojola would wince whenever he checked the platform.

Denver Cops Clash Fallout: “You’re Playing Right Into Their Hand”

Denver Cops Clash Fallout: “You’re Playing Right Into Their Hand”

By Michael RobertsAugust 24, 2020

A dozen arrests were made during the confrontation.

COVID-19 Update: Colorado Calm Before the Back-to-School Storm?

COVID-19 Update: Colorado Calm Before the Back-to-School Storm?

By Michael RobertsAugust 24, 2020

Several schools have been forced to institute quarantines.

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