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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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Lauren Boebert on Helping Trump Fight Maniacs, “Fake” Dem Attacks

Lauren Boebert on Helping Trump Fight Maniacs, “Fake” Dem Attacks

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2020

GOP leaders who once opposed Boebert are now in her corner.

COVID-19: Denver Pauses Variances, Gets Tough on Masks

COVID-19: Denver Pauses Variances, Gets Tough on Masks

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2020

Fines for violating the mask order top out at $999.

COVID-19 Update: Outbreaks at Shotgun Willie’s, Hooters and More

COVID-19 Update: Outbreaks at Shotgun Willie’s, Hooters and More

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2020

Also declared an outbreak: the iconic Purina pet food plant.

COVID-19: Attorney Pushes Back on July 4 Bandimere Safety Concerns

COVID-19: Attorney Pushes Back on July 4 Bandimere Safety Concerns

By Michael RobertsJuly 15, 2020

Jefferson County has called for a contempt citation against Bandimere.

Why Denver Home Prices Are So High in Allegedly Overvalued Market

Why Denver Home Prices Are So High in Allegedly Overvalued Market

By Michael RobertsJuly 15, 2020

Our expert sees a perfect storm of high demand and low inventory.

COVID-19: Spikes in Major Colorado Counties and Their Responses

COVID-19: Spikes in Major Colorado Counties and Their Responses

By Michael RobertsJuly 15, 2020

Boulder, Jefferson and El Paso Counties are seeing worrisome trends.

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COVID-19: Polis Defends Calling Non-Mask Wearers “Selfish Bastards”

COVID-19: Polis Defends Calling Non-Mask Wearers “Selfish Bastards”

By Michael RobertsJuly 14, 2020

The governor said he uses different tactics to promote facial coverings.

Davarie Armstrong Fourth Black Teen Killed in One Week in Denver

Davarie Armstrong Fourth Black Teen Killed in One Week in Denver

By Michael RobertsJuly 14, 2020

Davarie Armstrong was a multi-sport athlete at Denver South.

Video: Dad Tased in Hospital Room Near Toddler, Pregnant Fiancee

Video: Dad Tased in Hospital Room Near Toddler, Pregnant Fiancee

By Michael RobertsJuly 14, 2020

The incident was captured on video.

COVID-19: Where Denver and Colorado Are in the Virus Fight Now

COVID-19: Where Denver and Colorado Are in the Virus Fight Now

By Michael RobertsJuly 14, 2020

Hancock provided hard numbers in regard to a potential rollback.

Rock Singer Hurt in Fatal Arvada Biker Bar Shooting

Rock Singer Hurt in Fatal Arvada Biker Bar Shooting

By Michael RobertsJuly 13, 2020

The fight reportedly involved members of rival motorcycle groups.

Third Denver Juvenile Killed in Four Days During Bloody July

Third Denver Juvenile Killed in Four Days During Bloody July

By Michael RobertsJuly 13, 2020

The Denver homicide rate is up by more than 40 percent.

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COVID-19 Colorado: Most New Daily Cases in Two Months

COVID-19 Colorado: Most New Daily Cases in Two Months

By Michael RobertsJuly 13, 2020

Hospitalizations tied to the novel coronavirus are way up, too.

The Victims of Eight Denver Homicides in Eight Days

The Victims of Eight Denver Homicides in Eight Days

By Michael RobertsJuly 10, 2020

Crime victims of color are often treated as statistics rather than people.

Ten Worst Pandemic Driving Habits of Denver Dumbasses

Ten Worst Pandemic Driving Habits of Denver Dumbasses

By Michael RobertsJuly 10, 2020

Our expert doesn’t mince words.

COVID-19: Worker at King Soopers With Deadly Outbreak Tells All

COVID-19: Worker at King Soopers With Deadly Outbreak Tells All

By Michael RobertsJuly 10, 2020

The employee found work at the store frustrating and frightening.

COVID-19: Polis Uses Dad Voice to Tell Kids Not to Party This Summer

COVID-19: Polis Uses Dad Voice to Tell Kids Not to Party This Summer

By Michael RobertsJuly 9, 2020

Case rates in Colorado have risen in eleven days over two weeks.

Elijah McClain: Visit Aurora Tries to Make Town Seem Less Racist

Elijah McClain: Visit Aurora Tries to Make Town Seem Less Racist

By Michael RobertsJuly 9, 2020

A tourism agency bringing up controversial news is highly unusual.

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Denver Home Prices Overvalued, Report Says

Denver Home Prices Overvalued, Report Says

By Michael RobertsJuly 9, 2020

Prices are expected to fall by nearly 10 percent by May 2021.

COVID-19 Outbreaks: Disease Strikes Bravest Interns in the World

COVID-19 Outbreaks: Disease Strikes Bravest Interns in the World

By Michael RobertsJuly 9, 2020

The 22 new outbreaks in a week is on the high end of recent reports.

“Ah Sh*t”: Six Metro Denver Police Shootings Justified in One Month

“Ah Sh*t”: Six Metro Denver Police Shootings Justified in One Month

By Michael RobertsJuly 8, 2020

No officers were criminally charged in any of the cases.

COVID-19: How Pepsi Center Testing Went From Breeze to Marathon

COVID-19: How Pepsi Center Testing Went From Breeze to Marathon

By Michael RobertsJuly 8, 2020

The city closed off testing on Tuesday because of overwhelming demand.

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