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.
Sixth-Largest Powerball Jackpot Up for Grabs
The first $1 billion jackpot of 2025 could be offered in the coming days after Powerball’s grand prize hit an estimated $950 million ahead of the drawing on Saturday night. Mega Millions is also up to more than $270 million.
Virginia Player Wins State-Record $348 Million on Mega Millions
The Virginia Lottery celebrated its biggest-ever jackpot win on Friday night as a lucky Mega Millions player landed $348 million.
Mega Millions Jackpot Won in Illinois Before Major Rule Changes
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
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
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
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
Saturday, December 28, 2024Mega Millions Jackpot is Eighth-Largest in History
Wednesday, December 11, 2024Georgia Player Wins Third-Biggest Powerball Jackpot of 2024
Thursday, October 24, 2024$800 Million Mega Millions Jackpot Goes to Winning Player From Texas
Wednesday, September 11, 2024Mega Millions Jackpot Surges Into All-Time Top Ten
Thursday, August 29, 2024Online Player in Illinois Wins $552 Million Mega Millions Jackpot
Wednesday, June 5, 2024Oregon Player Wins Huge Powerball Jackpot After Draw Delay
Monday, April 8, 2024$1.13 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Goes to New Jersey Player
Wednesday, March 27, 2024Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Now Worth $1.9 Billion
Monday, March 25, 2024- Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Combine For More Than $1 Billion
- Two Tickets Win Mega Millions Jackpot As Powerball Hits $500 Million
- California Wins Again as $1.76 Billion Jackpot Goes to Golden State
- Mega Millions Jackpot Won in Texas
- $1.20 Billion Powerball Jackpot In Top Three Biggest Prizes
- Biggest Mega Millions Jackpot Claimed by Florida Winner
- Powerball Jackpot Surges Past $800 Million
- Powerball Double Play Continues To Expand
- Fortune Favors Florida Again With Another Mega Millions Jackpot Win
- Record Mega Millions Jackpot Goes to Florida
- Mega Millions Jackpot Is Now Biggest of All Time
- Mega Millions Jackpot Now Worth Over $1 Billion
- $820 Million Mega Millions Jackpot Is in All-Time Top Five
- $1.08 Billion Powerball Jackpot Won in California
- Third-Largest Jackpot in Powerball’s History Is Up for Grabs
- Powerball and Mega Millions Jackpots Reach Over $850 Million Combined
- Powerball’s NASCAR Promotion Offers Chance To Win $1 Million
- Record Powerball Winner ‘Shocked and Ecstatic’ After Claiming Jackpot
- $747 Million Jackpot Is in All-Time Powerball Top Five
- Maine Player Wins $1.35 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot
