Powerball and Mega Millions News

Get the latest Powerball and Mega Millions news right here. Find out about all the major events from both of these multi-state lotteries, whether it is a jackpot being claimed, a big upcoming draw or news about changes to either game. View the headlines below and select a story to read more.

Oregon Player Wins Huge Powerball Jackpot After Draw Delay

Oregon Player Wins Huge Powerball Jackpot After Draw Delay

Monday April 8, 2024

For the second time in the space of two weeks, a billion-dollar jackpot has been won in the U.S. On this occasion it was a lucky Powerball player from Oregon who landed a 10-figure sum, winning $1.32 billion on Saturday night.

$1.13 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Goes to New Jersey Player

$1.13 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Goes to New Jersey Player

Wednesday March 27, 2024

The first Mega Millions jackpot of 2024 was won last night by a lucky player from New Jersey. The last time the Mega Millions grand prize went to the Garden State was four years ago.

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Now Worth $1.9 Billion

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Now Worth $1.9 Billion

Monday March 25, 2024

Something new and exciting is happening in the history of US lotteries as both Powerball and Mega Millions are worth over $800 million at the same time. While the Mega Millions top prize could make the next winner a billionaire, the Powerball jackpot is also very close to reaching the 10-figure mark. So how come they reached these amounts? 

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Combine For More Than $1 Billion

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Combine For More Than $1 Billion

Tuesday March 5, 2024

The combined total of the Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots is worth more than $1 billion, giving lottery fans across the U.S. the chance to play for colossal amounts of cash five times a week.

Two Tickets Win Mega Millions Jackpot As Powerball Hits $500 Million

Two Tickets Win Mega Millions Jackpot As Powerball Hits $500 Million

Tuesday December 12, 2023

The wait for a big Powerball or Mega Millions winner came to an end on Friday night as two tickets for the latter game - sold at the very same retail location - matched all the numbers. The Mega Millions jackpot was worth $394 million, but Powerball keeps rolling on and has now hit $500 million.

California Wins Again as $1.76 Billion Jackpot Goes to Golden State

California Wins Again as $1.76 Billion Jackpot Goes to Golden State

Thursday October 12, 2023

There were celebrations in California again on Wednesday night as a ticket holder from the state became the latest Powerball billionaire.