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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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Denver Riot Cop’s Instagram Leads to Career Suicide — for Now

Denver Riot Cop’s Instagram Leads to Career Suicide — for Now

By Michael RobertsJune 3, 2020

In Denver, terminated cops don’t always stay terminated.

Denver Protests: Is the Curfew Now Hurting More Than It’s Helping?

Denver Protests: Is the Curfew Now Hurting More Than It’s Helping?

By Michael RobertsJune 3, 2020

Defying the curfew has become a motivation in and of itself.

COVID-19: Polis Fears Spike From Protests, Rips Trump Over Troops

COVID-19: Polis Fears Spike From Protests, Rips Trump Over Troops

By Michael RobertsJune 2, 2020

Polis had some sharp words for the president.

Denver Protests: Inside 54 Arrests on Mostly Peaceful Night Five

Denver Protests: Inside 54 Arrests on Mostly Peaceful Night Five

By Michael RobertsJune 2, 2020

The total busts over the course of the rallies has topped 300.

Denver Protests: Brother Jeff on “Using Black Bodies to Incite Chaos”

Denver Protests: Brother Jeff on “Using Black Bodies to Incite Chaos”

By Michael RobertsJune 2, 2020

Brother Jeff Fard is confident that justice will prevail despite some ugliness.

Denver Riots: Antifa Group on Claims It’s Behind the Violence

Denver Riots: Antifa Group on Claims It’s Behind the Violence

By Michael RobertsJune 2, 2020

The group casts blame on police and neo-Nazis.

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Denver Protests: See the 284 People Arrested During the First Four Nights

Denver Protests: See the 284 People Arrested During the First Four Nights

By Michael RobertsJune 2, 2020

Most of the arrests were for curfew violations.

COVID-19 Update: Good Signs Amid Fears of Denver Riots Spike

COVID-19 Update: Good Signs Amid Fears of Denver Riots Spike

By Michael RobertsJune 1, 2020

COVID-19 wasn’t listed as the cause of deaths in two recent passings.

Denver Riots: Single Most Disgusting Act of Vandalism (So Far)

Denver Riots: Single Most Disgusting Act of Vandalism (So Far)

By Michael RobertsJune 1, 2020

The monument remembers Armenian genocide victims.

Denver TV Stations Put Ad Revenue Ahead of Riot Coverage Last Night

Denver TV Stations Put Ad Revenue Ahead of Riot Coverage Last Night

By Michael RobertsJune 1, 2020

As the riots raged, 9News broadcast America’s Got Talent.

Denver Riots: Twitter Reacts to White Vandalism After Peaceful Protests

Denver Riots: Twitter Reacts to White Vandalism After Peaceful Protests

By Michael RobertsJune 1, 2020

The online reaction has been disturbingly divisive.

COVID-19: How Political Rallies Can Help Spread the Virus

COVID-19: How Political Rallies Can Help Spread the Virus

By Michael RobertsMay 29, 2020

Social distancing vanished amid the George Floyd protest.

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COVID-19: The Right-Wing Masks Theory That Lives On in Colorado

COVID-19: The Right-Wing Masks Theory That Lives On in Colorado

By Michael RobertsMay 29, 2020

The theory may sound credible to those without a medical background.

COVID-19: Denver Neighborhoods With the Most Cases Now

COVID-19: Denver Neighborhoods With the Most Cases Now

By Michael RobertsMay 29, 2020

The number of cases in multiple neighborhoods has more than doubled.

COVID-19: Polis May Not Be Ready to Eat at a Restaurant for a Month-Plus

COVID-19: Polis May Not Be Ready to Eat at a Restaurant for a Month-Plus

By Michael RobertsMay 28, 2020

The governor isn’t sure if he’ll dine on-premises in June or July.

COVID-19: Why Eating at a Colorado Restaurant Is Just “Reasonably” Safe

COVID-19: Why Eating at a Colorado Restaurant Is Just “Reasonably” Safe

By Michael RobertsMay 28, 2020

With restaurants, health officials find themselves in a tricky spot.

COVID-19 Update: Inside New Rules for Camping, Libraries and More

COVID-19 Update: Inside New Rules for Camping, Libraries and More

By Michael RobertsMay 28, 2020

The requirements for kids camps are extensive.

COVID-19 Update: New Outbreaks at Amazon, Stevinson Toyota

COVID-19 Update: New Outbreaks at Amazon, Stevinson Toyota

By Michael RobertsMay 28, 2020

Two restaurants have also been added to the outbreaks roster.

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Boulder Cyclist Crash Survivor on Driving in the Age of COVID-19

Boulder Cyclist Crash Survivor on Driving in the Age of COVID-19

By Michael RobertsMay 27, 2020

If not for a passing stranger, Bernstein would have died in a ditch.

COVID-19: Memorial Day “Freedom” Protest Put Kids at Risk, Jeffco Says

COVID-19: Memorial Day “Freedom” Protest Put Kids at Risk, Jeffco Says

By Michael RobertsMay 27, 2020

Yellow caution tape was replaced with American flags.

COVID-19: Colorado Springs Says FU to Masks

COVID-19: Colorado Springs Says FU to Masks

By Michael RobertsMay 27, 2020

Face coverings have been politicized in Colorado’s second largest city.

COVID-19 Update: “Free-for-All” Bars Could Stay Closed Through July

COVID-19 Update: “Free-for-All” Bars Could Stay Closed Through July

By Michael RobertsMay 26, 2020

Bar closures could stretch through July if adaptations aren’t made, Polis said.

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