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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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The Late Roy Halladay’s Journey From Arvada to Baseball Hall of Fame

The Late Roy Halladay’s Journey From Arvada to Baseball Hall of Fame

By Michael RobertsJanuary 23, 2019

Denver-born Roy Halladay was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame just over a year after his tragic death.

Claim: At Least 13 People of Color Abused by Aurora Cops Since 2003

Claim: At Least 13 People of Color Abused by Aurora Cops Since 2003

By Michael RobertsJanuary 23, 2019

A new claim of police abuse against a person of color is among thirteen such cases identified by the ACLU of Colorado.

5 Reasons Why Lori Saine Is Colorado’s Nastiest, Most Clueless Politician

5 Reasons Why Lori Saine Is Colorado’s Nastiest, Most Clueless Politician

By Michael RobertsJanuary 23, 2019

Representative Lori Saine’s remarks about lynching on Martin Luther King Day are only the latest examples of her dopey and nasty brand of politics.

Chayley Tolin Held on Suspicion of Trying to Murder Englewood Cop

Chayley Tolin Held on Suspicion of Trying to Murder Englewood Cop

By Michael RobertsJanuary 22, 2019

A woman wounded in a police shooting is being held on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder of a peace officer.

The Case Against THC Potency Limits on Shatter and Other Marijuana Products

The Case Against THC Potency Limits on Shatter and Other Marijuana Products

By Michael RobertsJanuary 22, 2019

A major player in the cannabis industry feels that THC potency limit proposals are a subtle throwback to reefer madness-style arguments for marijuana prohibition.

Ex-CU Coach Behind 100 Alleged Assaults to Get Wrist Slap After All

Ex-CU Coach Behind 100 Alleged Assaults to Get Wrist Slap After All

By Michael RobertsJanuary 22, 2019

A judge has decided to accept a sweetheart plea agreement with former CU Boulder assistant coach Joe Tumpkin over the objections of his domestic-violence victim.

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Denver Teachers Likely to Okay Strike Today, Union Negotiator Believes

Denver Teachers Likely to Okay Strike Today, Union Negotiator Believes

By Michael RobertsJanuary 22, 2019

A negotiator for the Denver teachers union recaps talks with Denver Public Schools and predicts that teachers will authorize a strike.

Boulder’s Brother Sage on Why You Should Be Drinking Your Own Urine

Boulder’s Brother Sage on Why You Should Be Drinking Your Own Urine

By Michael RobertsJanuary 21, 2019

The Boulder-based author of a new book about urine therapy explains the health benefits of internal and topical use of what he refers to as “healing water.”

Trying to Stop Court Delay Requests Because of Government Shutdown

Trying to Stop Court Delay Requests Because of Government Shutdown

By Michael RobertsJanuary 21, 2019

A Denver attorney involved in a shocking case is fighting a delay in a federal court case that was granted because of the partial U.S. government shutdown.

How Cops Explain CO’s Ten Officer-Involved Shootings in 2019 So Far

How Cops Explain CO’s Ten Officer-Involved Shootings in 2019 So Far

By Michael RobertsJanuary 21, 2019

A roundup of police accounts offers a law-enforcement perspective on the ten officer-involved shootings in Colorado thus far in 2019.

Is Representative Scott Tipton to Blame for Government Shutdown?

Is Representative Scott Tipton to Blame for Government Shutdown?

By Michael RobertsJanuary 18, 2019

The satirical news site The Onion blames the ongoing partial government shutdown on Colorado Representative Scott Tipton.

Matchmaking in Denver: Michele Fields on 30 Years of Creating Perfect Couples

Matchmaking in Denver: Michele Fields on 30 Years of Creating Perfect Couples

By Michael RobertsJanuary 18, 2019

A Denver matchmaker marking her thirtieth anniversary in the business talks about her career and how she’s put together more than 300 marriages.

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Motion: United Pilot Nudity Bust at DIA Hotel Was Wrong, Should Be Tossed

Motion: United Pilot Nudity Bust at DIA Hotel Was Wrong, Should Be Tossed

By Michael RobertsJanuary 18, 2019

A motion calls for charges against a pilot accused of exposing himself at a Denver airport hotel be dismissed.

Gloria Neal on Leaving TV and Radio (for Now) to Work With Mayor Hancock

Gloria Neal on Leaving TV and Radio (for Now) to Work With Mayor Hancock

By Michael RobertsJanuary 17, 2019

Neal been named the director of public affairs for the office of Denver Mayor Michael Hancock.

Denver Teachers’ Union on Strike Odds, Impact of Charter Schools

Denver Teachers’ Union on Strike Odds, Impact of Charter Schools

By Michael RobertsJanuary 17, 2019

The deputy executive director of Denver’s teachers union discusses negotiations with Denver Public Schools and his concerns that a strike may be inevitable.

Close Call at Swedish Medical Center Police Shooting

Close Call at Swedish Medical Center Police Shooting

By Michael RobertsJanuary 17, 2019

A Westword journalist’s wife narrowly avoided being caught in the crossfire of a police shooting in which her car appears to have been struck by a ricocheting bullet.

Swedish Hospital Site of Latest Officer-Involved Shooting: Suspect Injured

Swedish Hospital Site of Latest Officer-Involved Shooting: Suspect Injured

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

The eighth officer-involved shooting in Colorado over the past seven days took place this morning near Swedish hospital, with one man injured and another arrested.

Jamiyl Brown Busted for Riding RTD Train While Black, Lawsuit Says

Jamiyl Brown Busted for Riding RTD Train While Black, Lawsuit Says

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

An African-American man alleges in a new lawsuit that he was pulled off an RTD train and searched simply because of his race.

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Colorado Sees a Shocking Rise in Sexually Transmitted Infections

Colorado Sees a Shocking Rise in Sexually Transmitted Infections

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

Rates of infection in Colorado for the three most common sexually transmitted infections are up in an alarming way, an official says.

What Failed JonBenét House Sale May Mean for the Watts Home Auction

What Failed JonBenét House Sale May Mean for the Watts Home Auction

By Michael RobertsJanuary 16, 2019

The home where Christopher Watts killed his family will be auctioned, but judging by the failure to sell the house where JonBenet Ramsey died, a purchase may be challenging.

Man Killed by Aurora Cops Was Armed, Wearing Body Armor

Man Killed by Aurora Cops Was Armed, Wearing Body Armor

By Michael RobertsJanuary 15, 2019

A man wearing body armor was killed by Aurora police officers during an exchange of gunfire at a private residence early on January 15.

Mom May Lose Custody of Child Because She Believes Ex Isn’t a Killer

Mom May Lose Custody of Child Because She Believes Ex Isn’t a Killer

By Michael RobertsJanuary 15, 2019

A woman may lose custody of her three-year-old daughter by a man accused of murder in part because she believes he’s innocent.

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