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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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Motion: United Pilot Nudity Bust at DIA Hotel Was Wrong, Should Be Tossed

Motion: United Pilot Nudity Bust at DIA Hotel Was Wrong, Should Be Tossed

By Michael RobertsJanuary 18, 2019

A motion calls for charges against a pilot accused of exposing himself at a Denver airport hotel be dismissed.

Gloria Neal on Leaving TV and Radio (for Now) to Work With Mayor Hancock

Gloria Neal on Leaving TV and Radio (for Now) to Work With Mayor Hancock

By Michael RobertsJanuary 17, 2019

Neal been named the director of public affairs for the office of Denver Mayor Michael Hancock.

Denver Teachers’ Union on Strike Odds, Impact of Charter Schools

Denver Teachers’ Union on Strike Odds, Impact of Charter Schools

By Michael RobertsJanuary 17, 2019

The deputy executive director of Denver’s teachers union discusses negotiations with Denver Public Schools and his concerns that a strike may be inevitable.

Close Call at Swedish Medical Center Police Shooting

Close Call at Swedish Medical Center Police Shooting

By Michael RobertsJanuary 17, 2019

A Westword journalist’s wife narrowly avoided being caught in the crossfire of a police shooting in which her car appears to have been struck by a ricocheting bullet.

Swedish Hospital Site of Latest Officer-Involved Shooting: Suspect Injured

Swedish Hospital Site of Latest Officer-Involved Shooting: Suspect Injured

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

The eighth officer-involved shooting in Colorado over the past seven days took place this morning near Swedish hospital, with one man injured and another arrested.

Jamiyl Brown Busted for Riding RTD Train While Black, Lawsuit Says

Jamiyl Brown Busted for Riding RTD Train While Black, Lawsuit Says

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

An African-American man alleges in a new lawsuit that he was pulled off an RTD train and searched simply because of his race.

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Colorado Sees a Shocking Rise in Sexually Transmitted Infections

Colorado Sees a Shocking Rise in Sexually Transmitted Infections

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

Rates of infection in Colorado for the three most common sexually transmitted infections are up in an alarming way, an official says.

What Failed JonBenét House Sale May Mean for the Watts Home Auction

What Failed JonBenét House Sale May Mean for the Watts Home Auction

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

The home where Christopher Watts killed his family will be auctioned, but judging by the failure to sell the house where JonBenet Ramsey died, a purchase may be challenging.

Man Killed by Aurora Cops Was Armed, Wearing Body Armor

Man Killed by Aurora Cops Was Armed, Wearing Body Armor

By Michael RobertsJanuary 15, 2019

A man wearing body armor was killed by Aurora police officers during an exchange of gunfire at a private residence early on January 15.

Mom May Lose Custody of Child Because She Believes Ex Isn’t a Killer

Mom May Lose Custody of Child Because She Believes Ex Isn’t a Killer

By Michael RobertsJanuary 15, 2019

A woman may lose custody of her three-year-old daughter by a man accused of murder in part because she believes he’s innocent.

Renting a Home Is Better Than Buying One in Denver and Beyond, Report Says

Renting a Home Is Better Than Buying One in Denver and Beyond, Report Says

By Michael RobertsJanuary 15, 2019

A new report says that renting a home is more affordable than buying one in fifteen of seventeen Colorado counties analyzed.

Denver Cop Suspended Over Swingers’ Party Under Investigation Again

Denver Cop Suspended Over Swingers’ Party Under Investigation Again

By Michael RobertsJanuary 15, 2019

A Denver police officer who was suspended for ninety days over a brawl at what’s been described as a swingers party is under investigation again.

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Pam Fine Responds to CU Coach’s Efforts to Minimize His Abuse of Her

Pam Fine Responds to CU Coach’s Efforts to Minimize His Abuse of Her

By Michael RobertsJanuary 14, 2019

A woman abused by a former assistant football coach at the University of Colorado Boulder responds to what she sees as efforts to blame and shame her.

How Colorado Public Radio Added 17 New Shows Without Making Cuts

How Colorado Public Radio Added 17 New Shows Without Making Cuts

By Michael RobertsJanuary 14, 2019

The president and CEO of Colorado Public Radio talks about the service’s new schedule, which adds seventeen shows without eliminating any.

The Case for THC Potency Limits on Shatter and Other Marijuana Products

The Case for THC Potency Limits on Shatter and Other Marijuana Products

By Michael RobertsJanuary 14, 2019

A report by a group dedicated to keeping kids away from marijuana presents an argument for limiting the amount of THC in cannabis products.

Frontier Pilots Sign New Contract After Decade of Beef

Frontier Pilots Sign New Contract After Decade of Beef

By Michael RobertsJanuary 11, 2019

Pilots for Denver-based Frontier Airlines have overwhelming approved a new contract, ending a dispute that’s dragged on since at least 2008.

Funniest Tweets Accusing Just-Engaged Tim Tebow of Not Being a Virgin

Funniest Tweets Accusing Just-Engaged Tim Tebow of Not Being a Virgin

By Michael RobertsJanuary 11, 2019

Not everyone on Twitter believes just-engaged former Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow is still a virgin.

How Much Blame Long-Haul Trucks Deserve for Awful Denver Traffic

How Much Blame Long-Haul Trucks Deserve for Awful Denver Traffic

By Michael RobertsJanuary 11, 2019

A Colorado Department of Transportation official discusses the impact of long-haul trucks on traffic in Denver, where every major thoroughfare seems to be under construction.

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Peter Boyles Thinks Safe Injection Sites in Denver Would Be a Disaster

Peter Boyles Thinks Safe Injection Sites in Denver Would Be a Disaster

By Michael RobertsJanuary 10, 2019

KNUS radio host Peter Boyles previews a trip to Vancouver to explore what he sees as the dark side of safe-use sites for injection drug users.

One-Bedroom Rent in Denver Rose 79 Percent in Under a Decade

One-Bedroom Rent in Denver Rose 79 Percent in Under a Decade

By Michael RobertsJanuary 10, 2019

An analysis of historical data show how Denver rent went from modest to eye-popping over a span of eight years.

Samantha Herrera Safe, Rodney Brown Busted, Amber Alert Canceled

Samantha Herrera Safe, Rodney Brown Busted, Amber Alert Canceled

By Michael RobertsJanuary 10, 2019

The seventeen-year-old subject of an Amber Alert was found safe and her alleged abductor is in custody.

KHOW’s Krista Kafer on Her Friendly Separation From Dan Caplis

KHOW’s Krista Kafer on Her Friendly Separation From Dan Caplis

By Michael RobertsJanuary 9, 2019

Krista Kafer talks about getting her own KHOW talk show after briefly pairing with longtime radio personality Dan Caplis.

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