Powerball and Mega Millions News

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Mega Millions Jackpot Won in Illinois Before Major Rule Changes

Mega Millions Jackpot Won in Illinois Before Major Rule Changes

Wednesday March 26, 2025

The Mega Millions jackpot has been hit - and it's an incredible $344 million that is going to a lucky player from Illinois. This takes place on the eve of Mega Millions going through some major game changes on April 5 - could this be the last jackpot win before then?

Identity of California’s $1.2 Billion Mega Millions Winner Revealed

Identity of California’s $1.2 Billion Mega Millions Winner Revealed

Tuesday March 18, 2025

On March 17, 2025, CA Lottery announced that the California player who won a $1.2 billion Mega Millions jackpot in December, has finally come forward to claim their prize. 

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Won on Consecutive Days

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Won on Consecutive Days

Monday January 20, 2025

It proved to be a spectacular weekend for Mega Millions and Powerball players as both jackpots were won, while millions of other ticket holders picked up prizes.

Get Set for Mega Millions Changes From April 5

Get Set for Mega Millions Changes From April 5

Friday January 17, 2025

You’ll notice some new features to Mega Millions from April 5, with bosses hoping that it will attract new players and also appeal to loyal fans of the game.

Mega Millions Jackpot of $1.22 Billion Goes to Californian Player

Mega Millions Jackpot of $1.22 Billion Goes to Californian Player

Saturday December 28, 2024

A Mega Millions player from California received a late Christmas present as they won a colossal jackpot of $1.22 billion on Friday, December 27.

Mega Millions Jackpot is Eighth-Largest in History

Mega Millions Jackpot is Eighth-Largest in History

Wednesday December 11, 2024

Three months after it was last won, the Mega Millions jackpot has surged again and now stands as the eighth-biggest in history. It sets up the prospect of a thrilling holiday season, when someone could grab one of the game’s biggest-ever payouts.