 The judge also rejected the defense's argument that the prosecution failed to show that the actor committed a crime. Millions of Americans are planning cookouts on July 4th. Here's Alexis Christophorus with tips on how to economize. For a party of 10, you'll save nearly 50 bucks if you fire up the grill at home. A new Wells Fargo report finds that prepping some of those classic cookout staples at home, including burgers, is still three times cheaper than dining out.