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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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Texas Women Seeking Abortions Flooding Colorado

Texas Women Seeking Abortions Flooding Colorado

By Michael RobertsJuly 26, 2022

The caseload tripled the day after the U.S. Supreme Court decision.

Ten Aurora Police and Fire Rescue Fails (So Far)

Ten Aurora Police and Fire Rescue Fails (So Far)

By Michael RobertsJuly 26, 2022

The monitor is unsure if its expectations will be met.

Denver GoTopless Day Returning to Downtown

Denver GoTopless Day Returning to Downtown

By Michael RobertsJuly 26, 2022

The event last took place in 2019.

Barry Morphew’s Prosecution for Using Missing Wife’s Ballot Was Harassment, Attorney Says

Barry Morphew’s Prosecution for Using Missing Wife’s Ballot Was Harassment, Attorney Says

By Michael RobertsJuly 25, 2022

Suzanne Morphew’s body still hasn’t been found.

Colorado Places Where Your Dollars Go Furthest

Colorado Places Where Your Dollars Go Furthest

By Michael RobertsJuly 25, 2022

The results are all over the state map.

Weekend Violence in Metro Denver Includes Another Officer-Involved Shooting

Weekend Violence in Metro Denver Includes Another Officer-Involved Shooting

By Michael RobertsJuly 25, 2022

The shooting was the Englewood cops’ second in three days.

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Grieving Mom Susan Holmes on “Vindictive” Prosecution, Perjury Sentence

Grieving Mom Susan Holmes on “Vindictive” Prosecution, Perjury Sentence

By Michael RobertsJuly 22, 2022

Susan Holmes says she nearly died in jail.

How an RTD A-Line Train Cancellation Almost Led to Disaster

How an RTD A-Line Train Cancellation Almost Led to Disaster

By Michael RobertsJuly 22, 2022

Angry passengers tried to shove onto already full trains.

How Racist Policing, Calling Driver a “Dick” Cost Denver $100,000

How Racist Policing, Calling Driver a “Dick” Cost Denver $100,000

By Michael RobertsJuly 21, 2022

The exchanges were captured by body-worn cameras.

Colorado’s COVID Numbers Still High Despite Outbreaks Changes

Colorado’s COVID Numbers Still High Despite Outbreaks Changes

By Michael RobertsJuly 21, 2022

Counts for cases, hospitalizations and deaths are all up.

Innocent Bystanders Talk About Being Shot by Denver Police

Innocent Bystanders Talk About Being Shot by Denver Police

By Michael RobertsJuly 21, 2022

The pair learned who’d shot them from news coverage.

Weird Dispute Over Whether a Denver Cop Pepper-Sprayed Terrance Roberts

Weird Dispute Over Whether a Denver Cop Pepper-Sprayed Terrance Roberts

By Michael RobertsJuly 20, 2022

Terrance Roberts is currently running for mayor of Denver.

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Forgetting the Name of the Aurora Theater Killer Ten Years Later

Forgetting the Name of the Aurora Theater Killer Ten Years Later

By Michael RobertsJuly 20, 2022

The change marks a small step in the right direction.

Injured Bystander’s Attorney Decries Denver Police “Mass Shooting”

Injured Bystander’s Attorney Decries Denver Police “Mass Shooting”

By Michael RobertsJuly 20, 2022

The suspect doesn’t appear to have fired a shot.

Why Colorado Stopped Treating Most COVID Outbreaks Like a Big Deal

Why Colorado Stopped Treating Most COVID Outbreaks Like a Big Deal

By Michael RobertsJuly 19, 2022

The state ties the changes to shifting priorities.

Denver Neighborhoods With the Most Crimes Now

Denver Neighborhoods With the Most Crimes Now

By Michael RobertsJuly 19, 2022

The problem is most acute in the heart of the city.

9News’s Kathy Sabine Shares Her Skin Cancer Story

9News’s Kathy Sabine Shares Her Skin Cancer Story

By Michael RobertsJuly 19, 2022

Sabine shrugged off vanity when sharing very private photos.

Mark Silverstein on 31 Years With the ACLU, Next Big Fight for Justice in Colorado

Mark Silverstein on 31 Years With the ACLU, Next Big Fight for Justice in Colorado

By Michael RobertsJuly 18, 2022

Silverstein is most interested in looking forward.

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Denver Broncos Photo Tour of the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Denver Broncos Photo Tour of the Pro Football Hall of Fame

By Michael RobertsJuly 18, 2022

These photos will help fans gear up for the coming season.

Eight Weekend Shootings in Denver – Two Involving Cops

Eight Weekend Shootings in Denver – Two Involving Cops

By Michael RobertsJuly 18, 2022

Three officer-involved shootings took place over five days.

Demaryius Thomas and CTE: Fallout From Revelation About Broncos Star’s Death

Demaryius Thomas and CTE: Fallout From Revelation About Broncos Star’s Death

By Michael RobertsJuly 6, 2022

The ex-Broncos great’s mom saw signs of the disease.

Metro Denver Average Home Price Rises Again

Metro Denver Average Home Price Rises Again

By Michael RobertsJuly 6, 2022

The increase defies several signs of a market cool-off.

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