Rose Bowl operators are getting serious about icing out football: They're asking Pasadena City Council to erase the city law that allows for even the possibility of pro football at the Arroyo Seco venue. The neighbors are thrilled.
Pasadena is close to finalizing a 10-year contract for a huge, three-day music and arts festival at the Rose Bowl. Even though it'll be produced by Coachella parent AEG, they insist it'll be a family-friendly festival.