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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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Derek Wolfe Introduced as Tyler Polumbus Replacement on 104.3 The Fan

Derek Wolfe Introduced as Tyler Polumbus Replacement on 104.3 The Fan

By Michael RobertsOctober 4, 2022

Wolfe was introduced during a secret live event.

Metro Denver Officer-Involved Shootings Spike Over the Weekend

Metro Denver Officer-Involved Shootings Spike Over the Weekend

By Michael RobertsOctober 3, 2022

Two of the officer-involved shootings were fatal.

How Fentanyl Deaths Have Overwhelmed a Denver-Area Coroner’s Office

How Fentanyl Deaths Have Overwhelmed a Denver-Area Coroner’s Office

By Michael RobertsOctober 3, 2022

Fentanyl deaths nearly quintupled in two years.

Melvin Gordon Ripped by Broncos Fans on Twitter After Loss to Raiders: Too Far?

Melvin Gordon Ripped by Broncos Fans on Twitter After Loss to Raiders: Too Far?

By Michael RobertsOctober 3, 2022

Gordon appeared to leave the press conference in tears.

Update: Irene Martinez Arrested in Fatal Lakewood Hit-and-Run

Update: Irene Martinez Arrested in Fatal Lakewood Hit-and-Run

By Michael RobertsSeptember 30, 2022

Two hit-and-runs took place within less than two hours.

Jareh Dalke Only Needed 25 Days to Commit Espionage, Feds Say

Jareh Dalke Only Needed 25 Days to Commit Espionage, Feds Say

By Michael RobertsSeptember 30, 2022

Potential locations for the data transfer included Ikea.

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Latest Tay Anderson Controversy Involves Fake Email Accusations

Latest Tay Anderson Controversy Involves Fake Email Accusations

By Michael RobertsSeptember 30, 2022

An Anderson critic brands the email “completely falsified.”

This Is How Few Coloradans Have Gotten Omicron Boosters So Far

This Is How Few Coloradans Have Gotten Omicron Boosters So Far

By Michael RobertsSeptember 29, 2022

The slow demand coincides with rising data.

Denver Latino Gangbangers “Doing the White Man’s Job for Them,” Attorney Says

Denver Latino Gangbangers “Doing the White Man’s Job for Them,” Attorney Says

By Michael RobertsSeptember 29, 2022

Jason Flores-Williams is speaking out.

Denver Home Prices Went Up $94 Per Day for Ten Years, Study Shows

Denver Home Prices Went Up $94 Per Day for Ten Years, Study Shows

By Michael RobertsSeptember 29, 2022

Boulder saw even bigger daily price hikes.

Ryan Millsap “Murder” Lawsuit: Colorado State Patrol Agrees to Settle

Ryan Millsap “Murder” Lawsuit: Colorado State Patrol Agrees to Settle

By Michael RobertsSeptember 28, 2022

Ryan Millsap was nineteen when he was killed.

Colorado’s Best Public and Private High Schools for 2022-2023

Colorado’s Best Public and Private High Schools for 2022-2023

By Michael RobertsSeptember 28, 2022

The tuition at most top private schools is rising.

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Anthony Edwards Killed Himself as Aurora Cops Shot at Him, Denver Police Say

Anthony Edwards Killed Himself as Aurora Cops Shot at Him, Denver Police Say

By Michael RobertsSeptember 28, 2022

Denver cops say the shots were fired simultaneously.

Robin Niceta: Audit, Amended Lawsuit Keep Heat on Ex-Social Worker

Robin Niceta: Audit, Amended Lawsuit Keep Heat on Ex-Social Worker

By Michael RobertsSeptember 27, 2022

Niceta has been in the spotlight since her May arrest.

Denver Serious-Injury Crashes: Nine in Six Days

Denver Serious-Injury Crashes: Nine in Six Days

By Michael RobertsSeptember 27, 2022

Such incidents can happen almost anywhere in Denver.

KUVO Jazz Radio Shaken by Departures, Changes

KUVO Jazz Radio Shaken by Departures, Changes

By Michael RobertsSeptember 27, 2022

Controversy has bubbled over on social media.

How Two Aurora Murders Could Shake the App Business

How Two Aurora Murders Could Shake the App Business

By Michael RobertsSeptember 26, 2022

The future of an industry could be hanging in the balance.

Metro Denver Weekend Violence: Eight Shootings or Stabbings, Two Killed

Metro Denver Weekend Violence: Eight Shootings or Stabbings, Two Killed

By Michael RobertsSeptember 26, 2022

One of the fatalities involved a police shooting.

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Broncos Fans on Twitter Pissed, Pleased by Win Over 49ers

Broncos Fans on Twitter Pissed, Pleased by Win Over 49ers

By Michael RobertsSeptember 26, 2022

The offense looked about as powerful as a popgun.

Isabella Thallas Murder: Guilty Verdict After Denver Cop Lawsuit Quietly Settled

Isabella Thallas Murder: Guilty Verdict After Denver Cop Lawsuit Quietly Settled

By Michael RobertsSeptember 23, 2022

The killer used a Denver cop’s AK-47.

Inside Boulder’s Repeat Jail Horror Show

Inside Boulder’s Repeat Jail Horror Show

By Michael RobertsSeptember 23, 2022

Travis Cole was tased while strapped to a restraint chair.

Hot Broncos Fan Hashtag: #firehackett

Hot Broncos Fan Hashtag: #firehackett

By Michael RobertsSeptember 23, 2022

One user tweeted the hashtag to the Broncos 23 times.

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