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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 16th Street Mall McDonald’s Serves Kindness to the Vulnerable

The 16th Street Mall McDonald’s Serves Kindness to the Vulnerable

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2018

The mother of young man suffering from paranoid schizophrenia has found a guardian angel in an ambassador in a McDonald’s on the 16th Street Mall.

What We Know About 21st & Lawrence Shooting That Killed One, Hurt Four

What We Know About 21st & Lawrence Shooting That Killed One, Hurt Four

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2018

The latest information about an afternoon shooting near 21st and Lawrence reveals one death, four injuries and lots of questions.

When Denver Traffic Will Be Worst During Thanksgiving Week

When Denver Traffic Will Be Worst During Thanksgiving Week

By Michael RobertsNovember 20, 2018

A new website offers advice about when to hit the road in Denver during Thanksgiving week, and when to avoid traffic.

Abuse Victim Pam Fine Blasts CU After Firing of Coach Mike MacIntyre

Abuse Victim Pam Fine Blasts CU After Firing of Coach Mike MacIntyre

By Michael RobertsNovember 19, 2018

A woman abused by a former University of Colorado assistant coach reacts to the firing of head coach Mike MacIntyre, to whom she reached out for help.

Why Chris Watts’s Sentencing Won’t Be Last We Hear of Family Killer

Why Chris Watts’s Sentencing Won’t Be Last We Hear of Family Killer

By Michael RobertsNovember 19, 2018

The sentencing of Chris Watts, who has confessed to killing his wife and two daughters, won’t end the media’s fascination with the story.

Broncos Fans on Twitter Celebrate Win Over Chargers by Ripping Philip Rivers

Broncos Fans on Twitter Celebrate Win Over Chargers by Ripping Philip Rivers

By Michael RobertsNovember 19, 2018

Denver Broncos fans on Twitter roasted Los Angeles Chargers quarterback and nemesis Philip Rivers after a last-second victory.

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Denver Sheriff Internal Affairs Bureau to Be Put Under Civilian Control

Denver Sheriff Internal Affairs Bureau to Be Put Under Civilian Control

By Michael RobertsNovember 16, 2018

The Internal Affairs Bureau charged with investigating issues involving the Denver Sheriff Department will be put under the control of a civilian director.

Cinderella City Project Video Preview: New Effects, Music by Dead Mall

Cinderella City Project Video Preview: New Effects, Music by Dead Mall

By Michael RobertsNovember 16, 2018

Denver designer Josh Goldstein unveils a new video that sets the latest developments in his Cinderella City virtual reality project to the music of Dead Mall.

Aggravated Assault in Denver: Where Most Attacks Happened in 2017

Aggravated Assault in Denver: Where Most Attacks Happened in 2017

By Michael RobertsNovember 16, 2018

Of the 2,800-plus aggravated assaults that took place in Denver during 2017, law enforcement have yet to clear more than a thousand.

Why Bad Hate Crime Stats in Colorado and Denver Are Probably Even Worse

Why Bad Hate Crime Stats in Colorado and Denver Are Probably Even Worse

By Michael RobertsNovember 15, 2018

Hate crime figures collected by the FBI probable understate the problem according to an expert from Colorado’s branch of the Anti-Defamation League.

Rufus Wainwright on <i>Poses</i>, Opera and the Sword Over Donald Trump

Rufus Wainwright on Poses, Opera and the Sword Over Donald Trump

By Michael RobertsNovember 15, 2018

Singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright talks about his “All These Poses” tour, a new video aimed at President Donald Trump, his latest opera and more.

Should Film Fest Have Warned About Columbine-like School Shooting Scene?

Should Film Fest Have Warned About Columbine-like School Shooting Scene?

By Michael RobertsNovember 15, 2018

The Denver Film Festival’s executive director defends a red-carpet screening of a new movie that opens with a graphic school shooting scene inspired by Columbine.

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Jared Polis on Becoming Colorado Governor and That “Openly Gay” Joke

Jared Polis on Becoming Colorado Governor and That “Openly Gay” Joke

By Michael RobertsNovember 15, 2018

Jared Polis talks about his recent election as Colorado governor, his transition team and what he hopes to accomplish once he formally takes office.

Will New Sister Stations Denver7, KOAA Downsize?

Will New Sister Stations Denver7, KOAA Downsize?

By Michael RobertsNovember 14, 2018

Denver7’s owner, E.W. Scripps, has purchased KOAA-TV in Colorado Springs, raising speculation that content sharing could lead to downsizing.

Sex Crimes in Denver: Fewer Than 50 Percent of Rapes Solved Last Year

Sex Crimes in Denver: Fewer Than 50 Percent of Rapes Solved Last Year

By Michael RobertsNovember 14, 2018

During 2017, more than 1,200 crimes involving non-consensual sex were committed in Denver, including more than 500 rapes, of which fewer than 50 percent were cleared by law enforcement.

Phil Weiser on His Colorado Attorney General Upset Win, Top Priorities

Phil Weiser on His Colorado Attorney General Upset Win, Top Priorities

By Michael RobertsNovember 14, 2018

Colorado Attorney General-elect Phil Weiser talks about his upset campaign victory and his top priorities upon taking office.

Colorado’s Diabetes Rate Second Lowest in U.S. but Getting Worse

Colorado’s Diabetes Rate Second Lowest in U.S. but Getting Worse

By Michael RobertsNovember 13, 2018

Colorado’s diabetes rate is the second-lowest in the country, but it’s slipped from the previous decade.

Twitter Reaction to Amazon HQ2 Bypassing Denver: “Bullet Dodged”

Twitter Reaction to Amazon HQ2 Bypassing Denver: “Bullet Dodged”

By Michael RobertsNovember 13, 2018

Readers react to news that Denver was passed over by Amazon as a location for its second headquarters, dubbed HQ2.

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Murder in Denver: Victims, Victimizers, Most Common Locations for Killings

Murder in Denver: Victims, Victimizers, Most Common Locations for Killings

By Michael RobertsNovember 13, 2018

Denver Police Department crime statistics reveal the specifics behind the city’s 58 murders in 2017.

Al Jourgensen’s Ass Among Week Two Highlights From Denver Film Fest 2018

Al Jourgensen’s Ass Among Week Two Highlights From Denver Film Fest 2018

By Michael RobertsNovember 12, 2018

The second week of the 2018 Denver Film Festival included plenty of surprises, including a pants-dropping moment from a special guest, Ministry’s Al Jourgensen.

Diana DeGette on Blue Wave and How She Wants to Whip Congress Good

Diana DeGette on Blue Wave and How She Wants to Whip Congress Good

By Michael RobertsNovember 12, 2018

DeGette talks about the Democratic blue wave that swept over Colorado, as well as her bid for Majority Whip in the U.S. House.

How CDOT Hopes to Fix Our Damn Roads Now

How CDOT Hopes to Fix Our Damn Roads Now

By Michael RobertsNovember 12, 2018

CDOT administrator suggests ways to raise more money for roads after the Election Day failure of two transportation ballot measures.

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