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Latest lottery winner stories, jackpot updates, and financial tips for winners.
Mega Millions Jackpot Continues to Grow to $443 Million
The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to an estimated $443 million for the upcoming October 27, 2026, drawing. There were no jackpot or second-prize winners reported in the most recent drawing held on October 23.
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North Carolina Education Lottery Highlights $50.5 Million Jackpot Impact
The North Carolina Education Lottery recently spotlighted a significant $50.5 million jackpot win that has provided substantial support for students in Weldon. This win serves as a major example of how lottery proceeds continue to impact local educational initiatives.
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Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $691 Million Following Monday Drawing
The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $691 million with a cash value of $296.4 million after no tickets matched all numbers in the October 26, 2026, drawing. While the jackpot remains unclaimed, two players from Florida and Georgia successfully matched five numbers to win $1 million prizes.
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Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $639 Million
The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $639 million following recent drawings. Players across the country are vying for the massive prize as the jackpot continues to grow.
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Kentucky Lottery Celebrates Record-Breaking $8 Billion Year
The Kentucky Lottery has officially reached an $8 billion milestone in total sales, marking a historic year for the organization. Officials are currently analyzing the various factors and initiatives that contributed to this record-breaking financial performance.
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Illinois Lottery Highlights Unclaimed FastPlay Prizes
The Illinois Lottery has released a list of unclaimed FastPlay prizes that are set to expire if not claimed within one year. Players are encouraged to check their tickets against the list of winning locations and dates.
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Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $433 Million
The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $433 million after no winning tickets were sold for the top prize in the latest drawing. The cash option for this jackpot is currently valued at $178.6 million.
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Essex County Player Claims $1 Million Powerball Prize
A lucky lottery player in Essex County, New Jersey, has secured a $1 million prize from a recent Powerball drawing. The New Jersey Lottery announced the win as part of their ongoing efforts to highlight major prize claims across the state.
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Pennsylvania Retailers Urge Lottery Boycott
Small business owners in Pennsylvania are calling for a boycott of state lottery sales. This protest follows the state's decision to remove skill games, which retailers claim has significantly impacted their revenue.
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Kentucky Powerball Winner Faces New Indictment
A previous $167 million Powerball jackpot winner from Kentucky has been hit with a new indictment. Legal developments continue to surround the high-profile lottery winner.
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Illinois Lottery Reports Unclaimed $300,000 Lucky Day Lotto Prize
A Lucky Day Lotto ticket purchased in Skokie, Illinois, remains unclaimed following the October 18, 2026, drawing. The prize is worth $300,000 and must be claimed within one year of the drawing date.
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Onslow County Man Wins $130,000 Cash 5 Jackpot
Kelvin Lee of Jacksonville, North Carolina, claimed a $130,000 Cash 5 jackpot prize on Monday, July 13, 2026. He purchased the winning ticket at a local Circle K convenience store.
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Unclaimed $1 Million Powerball Ticket in Manhattan Set to Expire
The New York Lottery has issued a reminder that a $1 million second-prize Powerball ticket sold in Manhattan last year remains unclaimed. The ticket, purchased at Diamond News on 2nd Avenue for the August 6, 2025, drawing, will expire on August 6, 2026.
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Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs to $637 Million Ahead of Tuesday Draw
After no jackpot winner in the July 10 drawing, the Mega Millions prize has surged to an estimated $637 million. Players have until the evening of July 14, 2026, to purchase tickets for the next drawing.
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Prineville Store Celebrates $32,000 Bonus After Selling Megabucks Jackpot
R & R Grocery and Sporting Goods in Prineville, Oregon, earned a $32,000 retailer bonus for selling a $3.2 million Oregon's Game Megabucks ticket. Owners Debi and Dennis Morton shared the bonus with their nine employees and made a charitable donation.
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Fort Dodge Man Claims $10,000 Prize in Iowa Lottery Scratch Game
Marlin Gubbels of Fort Dodge, Iowa, won a $10,000 prize playing the ' $100,000 Mega Crossword' scratch-off game. He claimed his prize at the Iowa Lottery's Storm Lake regional office on Friday, July 10, 2026.
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$150,000 Powerball Prize Unclaimed in Colorado
A Powerball ticket purchased at White River Convenience in Colorado on December 10, 2025, matched four numbers plus the Powerball, winning $150,000. The prize remains unclaimed, with a deadline of June 8, 2026, for the winner to come forward.
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$50,000 Powerball Prize Unclaimed in Iowa
A Powerball ticket purchased at Kwik Star #1001 in Newton, Iowa, on December 15, 2025, matched four numbers plus the Powerball, winning $50,000. The prize remains unclaimed, with a deadline of June 15, 2026.
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$20 Million Powerball Jackpot Claimed in Texas and Florida
Two Powerball tickets sold in Texas and Florida each matched all five numbers plus the Powerball, winning $20 million each. Both winners have yet to come forward to claim their prizes.
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$143 Million Powerball Jackpot Split Between Kansas and Indiana
Powerball jackpots of $143 million each were won in Kansas and Indiana, with both tickets matching all five numbers plus the Powerball. Winners have not yet been identified.
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Mega Millions' $1.602 Billion Jackpot: A Historic Win in Florida
On August 8, 2023, a $1.602 billion Mega Millions jackpot was won in Neptune Beach, Florida, marking the game's largest prize to date.
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$1.817 Billion Powerball Jackpot Remains Unclaimed
A $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot from December 24, 2025, remains unclaimed as the ticket holder has yet to come forward. The ticket was sold at a Murphy USA gas station in Cabot, Arkansas.
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Mega Millions Increases Ticket Price to $5
Mega Millions has increased its ticket price from $2 to $5, effective April 2025. The change aims to create larger jackpots and improve odds.
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Powerball's $1.7 Billion Jackpot: A Record-Breaking Prize
The Powerball jackpot reached an estimated $1.7 billion in December 2025, marking one of the largest lottery prizes in history.
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Powerball's Record-Breaking $2.04 Billion Jackpot: Where It Was Won
The largest Powerball jackpot of $2.04 billion was won on November 7, 2022, with the winning ticket sold at a Los Angeles-area gas station.
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$348 Million Mega Millions Prize Remains Unclaimed
A Mega Millions ticket purchased in Virginia won a $348 million jackpot on June 27, 2025, but the prize remains unclaimed. The winner has until June 27, 2026, to claim the prize.
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$77 Million Powerball Prize in Georgia Goes Unclaimed
A $77 million Powerball prize from June 29, 2011, in Georgia remains unclaimed. The ticket was purchased in Georgia.
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Mega Millions Introduces $5 Ticket Price and Built-In Multiplier
In April 2025, Mega Millions increased its ticket price to $5 and introduced a built-in multiplier, aiming to enhance jackpots and lower-tier prizes. The minimum jackpot was also raised to $50 million.
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Mega Millions Introduces Price Hike and Rule Changes to Boost Jackpots
Starting April 8, 2025, Mega Millions increased ticket prices to $5 and doubled the minimum jackpot to $50 million, aiming to accelerate jackpot growth and enhance player excitement.
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$1 Billion Mega Millions Prize Unclaimed in New Jersey
A $1.13 billion Mega Millions prize from March 2024 remains unclaimed in New Jersey. The winner has until March 2025 to claim the prize or it will be forfeited.
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$1 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Unclaimed in New Jersey
A $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot from March 2024 remains unclaimed in New Jersey. The winner has until March 2025 to claim the prize.
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Unclaimed $1 Billion Mega Millions Prize: A Millionaire's Dilemma
A $1.13 billion Mega Millions prize from March 2024 remains unclaimed in New Jersey, with the winner urged to come forward before the one-year deadline.
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$1.602 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Won in Florida
On August 8, 2023, a Florida resident won a $1.602 billion Mega Millions jackpot, the largest in the game's history. The ticket was sold in Neptune Beach, Florida.
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Powerball and Mega Millions Increase Jackpot Odds
Both Powerball and Mega Millions have made changes to their games, increasing the odds of winning the jackpot. These changes have led to larger jackpots and fewer winners.
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$2.05 Billion Powerball Jackpot Winner Revealed
Edwin Castro of California was revealed as the winner of the $2.05 billion Powerball jackpot from November 2022. He chose a lump sum payment of $997.6 million.
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$2.04 Billion Powerball Jackpot Sets Record in November 2022
In November 2022, a single ticket in California won a record-breaking $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot. The winner, Edwin Castro, chose a lump sum payment of $997.6 million.
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Record-Breaking $1.6 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot
The Mega Millions jackpot reached a record-breaking $1.6 billion in October 2018, following changes to the game's odds and ticket price. The jackpot was won by a single ticket in South Carolina.
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