Heroic Newark Mayor Cory Booker Rescues Neighbor From Burning Home

That Was Hot (Literally)

Newark, New Jersey mayor, Cory Booker, valiantly rushed into a burning building to save his neighbor from death, when her house caught on fire. He called it a "come to Jesus moment." Booker, by the grace of God, rescued his neighbor, who escaped with minor injuries, as did he.

He is being applauded for this brave act. I know he was sweating and in more ways than one. Dude, you should give yourself the keys to the city for that (I'm just teasing). Well done. I'm glad you are both safe.

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Whitney Houston To Be Buried On Saturday, February 18, 2012 In New Jersey

Whitney Houston

Funeral plans are underway for award winning singer, Whitney Houston, who died on February 11, 2012. It is being reported she will be buried in her native New Jersey on Saturday, February 18, 2012, after a private ceremony at her childhood church New Hope Baptist, where she sang in the choir. Preacher and singer Marvin Winans will preside over the service.

The Mayor of Newark, Cory Booker, has stated the Houston family declined the offer to have a public memorial and viewing in the Prudential Center. The Mayor's office stated, "The Houston family has no plans to set up a public viewing at the Prudential Center this Friday. In compliance with the family’s wishes the city is not moving forward with any public ceremony." However, some are reporting the church service will be televised.

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