Anchor is a village in McLean County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 243.
Population243
Median Home$93,700
Area0.17 sq mi
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All news →NewsMAR 07, 2026
Who is Beni Rae Harmony? Illinois' ABC-affiliate anchor resigns over Charlie Kirk tribute row
Who is Beni Rae Harmony? Illinois' ABC-affiliate anchor resigns over Charlie Kirk tribute row MSN
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NewsSEP 23, 2025
Former Springfield TV anchor discusses her sudden departure, addresses what's next
Former Springfield TV anchor discusses her sudden departure, addresses what's next The State Journal-Register
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NewsSEP 18, 2025
News station denies suspending former Springfield TV anchor over Charlie Kirk comments
News station denies suspending former Springfield TV anchor over Charlie Kirk comments The State Journal-Register
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