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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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OpenAir’s Mike Flanagan Leaving CPR Affiliate on Launch Anniversary

OpenAir’s Mike Flanagan Leaving CPR Affiliate on Launch Anniversary

By Michael RobertsOctober 31, 2018

OpenAir’s Mike Flanagan talks about his career in broadcasting upon the occasion of his retirement from Colorado Public Radio.

Albus Brooks: Denver Needs Supervised Use Site Whether Trump Likes It or Not

Albus Brooks: Denver Needs Supervised Use Site Whether Trump Likes It or Not

By Michael RobertsOctober 31, 2018

Denver City Councilmember Albus Brooks previews his bill for a Denver supervised-use, safe-injection site of the sort to which the Trump administration objects.

Ex-CU Coach’s Victim: Don’t Slap His Wrist for Assaulting Me 100 Times

Ex-CU Coach’s Victim: Don’t Slap His Wrist for Assaulting Me 100 Times

By Michael RobertsOctober 30, 2018

Pam Fine has launched a petition decrying a potential plea deal with ex-University of Colorado Boulder assistant football coach Joe Tumpkin, who’s been charged with assaulting her.

Possible Break in Case of Hit-and-Run at Homeless Camp Near <i>Westword</i>

Possible Break in Case of Hit-and-Run at Homeless Camp Near Westword

By Michael RobertsOctober 30, 2018

Denver police are doing forensics work on a vehicle that may have been involved in a hit-and-run that injured six members of a homeless camp near Westword’s Tenth and Broadway office.

Rick Lewis Signs Contract to Keep Doing Double Duty With KOA, The Fox

Rick Lewis Signs Contract to Keep Doing Double Duty With KOA, The Fox

By Michael RobertsOctober 30, 2018

Rick Lewis talks about his new contract to continue starring in the 103.5 The Fox morning show, the KOA afternoon-drive show and Denver Broncos broadcasts.

Broncos Fans’ Tim Tebow Tweets After Latest Loss to Chiefs

Broncos Fans’ Tim Tebow Tweets After Latest Loss to Chiefs

By Michael RobertsOctober 29, 2018

After the Denver Broncos’ latest loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, plenty of fans on Twitter started tweeting about former quarterback Tim Tebow.

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Marijuana Smell Lawsuit That Could Endanger Colorado Pot Biz Goes to Trial

Marijuana Smell Lawsuit That Could Endanger Colorado Pot Biz Goes to Trial

By Michael RobertsOctober 29, 2018

A lawsuit about property values that attacks a marijuana business under federal racketeering laws goes to trial today in Denver-based federal court.

The Case for Amendment 75, Self-Funding Campaign Changes

The Case for Amendment 75, Self-Funding Campaign Changes

By Michael RobertsOctober 29, 2018

A proponent makes a pitch for Amendment 75, which would quintuple campaign limits if one candidate gave himself $1 million or more.

Bill Bowlen Motion in Fight for Control of Broncos Reboots <i>Dynasty</i> in Denver

Bill Bowlen Motion in Fight for Control of Broncos Reboots Dynasty in Denver

By Michael RobertsOctober 26, 2018

The brother of stricken Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen has filed a court motion to take the team away from the trustees running it in the latest episode of a family soap opera of epic proportions.

The Biggest Signs Colorado Housing Market Is Coming Back to Earth

The Biggest Signs Colorado Housing Market Is Coming Back to Earth

By Michael RobertsOctober 26, 2018

Sales of single family homes, townhouses and condominiums in Colorado all fell in September 2018, suggesting a long overdue shift in the state’s red hot housing market.

What Denver Police Want You To Do When They Say to “Shelter in Place”

What Denver Police Want You To Do When They Say to “Shelter in Place”

By Michael RobertsOctober 26, 2018

A Denver Police Department division chief explains why, how and when “Shelter in Place” notices are used.

DU Students Rip Korbel School Dean Search With Three White Male Finalists

DU Students Rip Korbel School Dean Search With Three White Male Finalists

By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2018

A University of Denver student group criticizes the institution for choosing three white males as finalists for the dean position at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies.

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JonBenét Ramsey Family Attorney on Ex-Boulder DA’s Subpoena in CBS Suit

JonBenét Ramsey Family Attorney on Ex-Boulder DA’s Subpoena in CBS Suit

By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2018

The attorney for the family of JonBenét Ramsey, who was murdered in 1996, weighs in on the latest development in a $750 million defamation lawsuit against CBS on behalf of her brother, Burke Ramsey.

How York Ramp Closure Did (or Didn’t) Cause Neighborhood Traffic Nightmare

How York Ramp Closure Did (or Didn’t) Cause Neighborhood Traffic Nightmare

By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2018

One neighborhood is feeling negative ripple effects from Central 70 and a slew of other nearby construction projects.

Denver Punk Reunion for Wax Trax Doc: Jello Biafra, Al Jourgensen, Groovie Mann

Denver Punk Reunion for Wax Trax Doc: Jello Biafra, Al Jourgensen, Groovie Mann

By Michael RobertsOctober 24, 2018

A Denver screening of a movie about the Wax Trax stores and record label will include appearances by outsider-music icons Jello Biafra, Al Jourgensen and Groovie Mann.

This Woman Would Like to Ask You Some Uncomfortable Questions

This Woman Would Like to Ask You Some Uncomfortable Questions

By Michael RobertsOctober 24, 2018

A Denver author’s vlog finds her asking people of every description uncomfortable questions.

Killer Clown Display on Same Block as Killer Clown Murder

Killer Clown Display on Same Block as Killer Clown Murder

By Michael RobertsOctober 24, 2018

A Halloween store is using a killer clown costume display on the same block where Christian Gulzow committed murder while wearing clown-like makeup last year.

Facebook Security Breach Lawsuit’s Colorado Connections

Facebook Security Breach Lawsuit’s Colorado Connections

By Michael RobertsOctober 24, 2018

A new class action lawsuit against Facebook over a security breach last month has major Colorado connections.

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Michaella Surat Brutality Lawsuit One of Three Planned Against Fort Collins Cops

Michaella Surat Brutality Lawsuit One of Three Planned Against Fort Collins Cops

By Michael RobertsOctober 23, 2018

Fort Collins Police Services will face three lawsuits over excessive force, promises a Denver attorney who’s previously settled two cases with the department.

Dear Walker Stapleton: Why Are You So Afraid of <i>Westword</i>?

Dear Walker Stapleton: Why Are You So Afraid of Westword?

By Michael RobertsOctober 23, 2018

“Walker, I give you my solemn vow that I will not try to castrate you.”

Sixth and Federal License Plate Readers and When Denver Cops May Data-Mine

Sixth and Federal License Plate Readers and When Denver Cops May Data-Mine

By Michael RobertsOctober 23, 2018

A new permanent license plate reader at a busy Denver intersection raises ACLU concerns about privacy loss and data mining.

Denver Urban Wildlife Guide With Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald: How to Stay Safe

Denver Urban Wildlife Guide With Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald: How to Stay Safe

By Michael RobertsOctober 22, 2018

Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald offers tips to living with urban wildlife in cities like Denver and beyond.

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