Homeowners defend themselves

ABC7Chicago.com: Suspect shot during home invasion A retired police office shot a man who climbed through a window. The suspect was wounded in the chest and later drove himself to the hospital. The retired cop is not expected to be charged. [For Illinois, this is an amazing story. Z-Deb]

Man shot by homeowner, charged with burglary Jonathan Moran was shot by a homeowner when he allegedly broke into a home. He was shot twice and will be arrested once he gets out of the hospital.

nbc4i.com - News - Sheriff: Homeowner Shoots Intruder 2 people break into a home at 12:40 AM, and homeowner fears for his safety. He shoots twice, striking one intruder in the chest.

The unidentified suspect was found a short distance from the home and was transported to Mount Carmel West Hospital. The suspect was listed in stable condition.