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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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Arapahoe Sheriff’s Office Publicly Rips Fox31 Over Investigation “Inaccuracies”

Arapahoe Sheriff’s Office Publicly Rips Fox31 Over Investigation “Inaccuracies”

By Michael RobertsMay 27, 2022

The story at issue was months in the making.

Tay Anderson on Northfield High Graduation Handshake and F-Bomb Controversy

Tay Anderson on Northfield High Graduation Handshake and F-Bomb Controversy

By Michael RobertsMay 27, 2022

Numerous students refused to shake Anderson’s hand.

Colorado COVID Outbreaks Soar Amid Rise of New Omicron Strains

Colorado COVID Outbreaks Soar Amid Rise of New Omicron Strains

By Michael RobertsMay 26, 2022

Some outbreaks recall the pandemic’s most tragic period.

Jim Benemann’s Long Goodbye From CBS4 Denver

Jim Benemann’s Long Goodbye From CBS4 Denver

By Michael RobertsMay 26, 2022

Benemann got his TV start during the 1970s.

Most Dangerous Streets in Denver Now

Most Dangerous Streets in Denver Now

By Michael RobertsMay 26, 2022

Fatalities and serious bodily injuries are mounting.

Kratom’s Future in Denver and Colorado After New Bill Becomes Law

Kratom’s Future in Denver and Colorado After New Bill Becomes Law

By Michael RobertsMay 25, 2022

Denver has put its kratom enforcement on hold.

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Meet Byron Allen, Long-Shot Bidder for the Denver Broncos

Meet Byron Allen, Long-Shot Bidder for the Denver Broncos

By Michael RobertsMay 25, 2022

Byron Allen got his start as a teenage comedian.

Eleven Colorado School Shootings, Explosion of Attacks Between Columbine and Uvalde

Eleven Colorado School Shootings, Explosion of Attacks Between Columbine and Uvalde

By Michael RobertsMay 25, 2022

The tragic pace has quickened in recent decades.

These Are the Colorado Counties Where COVID Is Getting Bad Again

These Are the Colorado Counties Where COVID Is Getting Bad Again

By Michael RobertsMay 24, 2022

The problems are biggest in urban areas.

Convicted Wife Killer Harold Henthorn’s Latest Attempt to Get Out of Prison

Convicted Wife Killer Harold Henthorn’s Latest Attempt to Get Out of Prison

By Michael RobertsMay 24, 2022

Harold Henthorn’s first wife died under strange circumstances.

Inside Denver’s Biggest Strip Club Empire and Crime Concerns

Inside Denver’s Biggest Strip Club Empire and Crime Concerns

By Michael RobertsMay 24, 2022

RCI Hospitality Holdings is a growing concern.

Even Aurora Home Prices Aren’t Bargains Anymore

Even Aurora Home Prices Aren’t Bargains Anymore

By Michael RobertsMay 23, 2022

Prices have jumped over the past two years-plus.

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Denver TV Standout Michael Konopasek Leaving Fox31 for Frontier Airlines

Denver TV Standout Michael Konopasek Leaving Fox31 for Frontier Airlines

By Michael RobertsMay 23, 2022

It’s an interesting time for Frontier.

Triple Shooting Near Triangle Park Caps Another Violent Weekend in Metro Denver

Triple Shooting Near Triangle Park Caps Another Violent Weekend in Metro Denver

By Michael RobertsMay 23, 2022

Shootings happened across metro Denver this weekend.

COVID-19 Parody Twitter Account Celebrates Infections at Denver Horror Convention

COVID-19 Parody Twitter Account Celebrates Infections at Denver Horror Convention

By Michael RobertsMay 20, 2022

Multiple authors have tested positive for the disease.

Aurora Sued for Police Officer Rupturing Charles Ward’s Testicle With a Rubber Bullet

Aurora Sued for Police Officer Rupturing Charles Ward’s Testicle With a Rubber Bullet

By Michael RobertsMay 20, 2022

Randy Roedema is under indictment over Elijah McClain’s death.

Rockies Reporter Kelsey Wingert Recovering After Taking Line Drive to the Head

Rockies Reporter Kelsey Wingert Recovering After Taking Line Drive to the Head

By Michael RobertsMay 20, 2022

Wingert already understood the dangers of a foul ball.

New Tim Hernández Protest Targets Denver Public Schools Board

New Tim Hernández Protest Targets Denver Public Schools Board

By Michael RobertsMay 19, 2022

A student organizer says the problem is district-wide.

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Inside the New Fight Over $15 Million Elijah McClain Death Settlement

Inside the New Fight Over $15 Million Elijah McClain Death Settlement

By Michael RobertsMay 19, 2022

A lawyer describes McClain’s father as a deadbeat dad.

Predicted New Colorado COVID Surge Is Building

Predicted New Colorado COVID Surge Is Building

By Michael RobertsMay 19, 2022

The majority of metrics are on the rise.

Julian Rubinstein on <i>THE HOLLY</i>, Now Backed by Oscar Winner Adam McKay

Julian Rubinstein on THE HOLLY, Now Backed by Oscar Winner Adam McKay

By Michael RobertsMay 18, 2022

Executive producer Adam McKay eagerly joined the team.

Samuel Young Gets Seventy Days in Jail, Probation for Controversial I-225 Shooting

Samuel Young Gets Seventy Days in Jail, Probation for Controversial I-225 Shooting

By Michael RobertsMay 18, 2022

Prosecutors wanted Young to serve six years in prison.

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