On this day, we recognize the revolution 224 years ago that led to the formation of the United States. Before you start your celebration, here's an update on some of the recent headlines. Warm, humid July Fourth; T-storms possible this afternoon. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible in northern Minnesota today. Other parts of the state will see some sunlight in the morning, but there's a chance of rain and storms later in the afternoon and evening. Before Minneapolis was the City of Lakes, it was known as Gakaabikaang in Ojibwe and Bde Ota Othunwe in the Dakota languages. A new book by former MPR News host Tom Weber takes the city’s origin story back to the Bdote and guides readers on a tour through the history of Minneapolis. He charts the city’s cycles of collapse and rebuilding — cycles that he said have created a type of historical whiplash that endures today. Ramsey County sheriff’s deputies recovered a man’s body from a pond near a homeless camp in Maplewood. The sheriff's office said deputies responded at 7 p.m. Thursday to the pond near the Maplewood Library after a 911 caller reported finding a body there. Some states are allowing restaurants to move back to indoor dining. But is it a safe idea to dine in right now? We look at the risks to consider (and precautions to take) before a restaurant meal. Also: How risky is it to fly on fully booked flights? Here are the latest coronavirus statistics in Minnesota: 37,624 cases confirmed (423 new) via 645,172 tests 1,466 deaths (8 new) 4,139 cases requiring hospitalization 270 people remain hospitalized; 132 in intensive care 32,347 patients no longer needing isolation Enjoy your Independence Day, and stay safe. — Matt Mikus, MPR News | @mikusmatt | 