Mega Millions Jackpot Unclaimed in Aug. 25 Drawing, Next Jackpot Set at $145 Million The Mega Millions lottery drawing for Tuesday, August 25, concluded without a jackpot winner, leaving the $130 million prize unclaimed. The cash option for the jackpot was valued at $55.5 million, but no player matched all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball. The winning numbers for the drawing were 7, 10, 47, 48, and 50, with the Mega Ball number 14. Despite the lack of a jackpot winner, there was one prize claim for the Match 5 with Megaplier category. A player in New Mexico won $2 million after applying the 2X Megaplier multiplier. This marked the only payout for the evening’s drawing. The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Friday, August 28, with the estimated jackpot rising to $145 million. The cash value of the next prize is projected at $61.9 million. Mega Millions drawings occur at 11 p.m. ET every Tuesday and Friday, with results typically announced shortly after the draw. The odds of winning the jackpot remain at 1 in 290.5 million, making it one of the least probable outcomes in the lottery. Players must select five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball. Tickets can be purchased at retail locations such as gas stations, convenience stores, and supermarkets in 45 states, including Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, as well as Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Online ticket sales are available in specific jurisdictions. In Kentucky, players can buy tickets through the state’s official lottery website, kylottery.com. In Ohio and Indiana, Powerball and Mega Millions tickets can be ordered via Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.#mega_millions #jackpocket #new_mexico #usa_today_network #kylottery_com
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $576 Million in July 7 Drawing The Mega Millions lottery jackpot reached an estimated $576 million for the drawing on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, with a cash option valued at $253.9 million, according to the Mega Millions website. This marks the latest major prize in the game’s history, following a previous jackpot win of $60 million by a player in Ohio on March 17. The Powerball lottery, meanwhile, reported a separate jackpot of $434 million, with a cash option of $194.7 million. The winning numbers for the July 7 drawing were 2, 31, 35, 36, and 63, with the Megaball number 12. These numbers were selected by players across the 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands that offer the Mega Millions game. States such as Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah do not participate in the lottery. Mega Millions drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET. Players can purchase tickets for $5, which includes a multiplier that can increase potential prizes up to 10 times the original amount, except for the jackpot. The game underwent significant rule changes on April 8, 2025, including reducing the number of Mega Ball options from 25 to 24. Players can choose their own numbers or opt for a Quick Pick, where the lottery machine generates random selections. Non-U.S. citizens and residents of participating states are allowed to buy tickets. Prize tiers for Mega Millions range from a minimum of $10 for matching just the Megaball to a minimum of $2 million for matching all five white balls, excluding California. The odds of winning the jackpot are 290,472,336-to-1, making it one of the least likely outcomes in the lottery. Players can check detailed prize payouts on the Mega Millions website.#powerball #mega_millions #jackpocket #mega_ball #usa_today_network
Powerball Jackpot Results for Wednesday, April 29, 2026 The Powerball lottery jackpot for the Wednesday, April 29, 2026 drawing was estimated at $143 million, with a cash option valued at $65 million, according to the Powerball website. This marked a significant drop from the previous jackpot, which was won on April 6 by a player in Delaware for $230.8 million. The current jackpot for the Mega Millions lottery stood at $178 million, with a cash option of $79.6 million. The winning numbers for the April 29, 2026 Powerball drawing were 3, 19, 35, 51, 67, and the Powerball number 15. Powerball drawings occur three times weekly—on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. Monday drawings were introduced in 2021. Players must purchase tickets before state-specific deadlines to ensure eligibility. In New Jersey, tickets must be bought by 9:59 p.m. on the day of the drawing, while New York’s deadline is 10:00 p.m. A complete list of state-specific deadlines is available online. To participate, players select five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. The cost per ticket is $2, with an optional $1 Power Play add-on that can multiply non-jackpot prizes up to five times. The Power Play option offers a 10x multiplier when the jackpot is under $150 million. Quick-pick tickets, generated by the lottery system, are also available. Prizes range from $4 for matching the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls (excluding California). The jackpot requires matching all six numbers. Detailed payout information is accessible on the Powerball website. Powerball is available in 45 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.#new_york #new_jersey #powerball #mega_millions #jackpocket
Powerball Jackpot Remains Unclaimed After April 20 Drawing The Powerball lottery drawing held on Monday, April 20, 2026, did not result in a jackpot winner, leaving the $87 million prize unclaimed. The winning numbers for the drawing were 9, 17, 36, 47, and 64, with the red Powerball number 26 and a Power Play multiplier of 3X. Despite the absence of a jackpot winner, there was one $1 million prize awarded to a ticket holder in Missouri who matched all five white balls but did not include the Powerball number. No Match 5 plus Power Play winner was reported, which would have secured a $2 million prize. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, with the estimated jackpot rising to $100 million. The cash value of the jackpot for this upcoming drawing is $45.6 million. Powerball drawings occur at 11 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. The odds of winning the jackpot remain at 1 in 292.2 million, while other prize tiers range from $4 for matching only the Powerball number to $1 million for matching all five white balls. Powerball tickets cost $2 per play, with an additional $1 available for the Power Play option, which multiplies non-jackpot winnings. In Kentucky, Indiana, and some other states, players can also add the Double Play feature for an extra $1, offering a second chance at winning $10 million. Tickets are sold in 45 states, including Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, as well as Washington, D.C., and the Virgin Islands. Non-U.S. residents and citizens can also participate. Online ticket purchases are available in Kentucky through the state’s official lottery website and in Ohio and Indiana via Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Sales typically close one to two hours before the drawing time, which varies by jurisdiction.#indiana #powerball #jackpocket #kentucky #missouri
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $533 Million for March 10 Drawing The Mega Millions lottery jackpot for the Tuesday, March 10, 2026, drawing reached an estimated $533 million, with a cash option of $244.2 million, according to the Mega Millions website. This marks the latest jackpot amount before the drawing, which will reveal the winning numbers after 11 p.m. ET. The previous Mega Millions jackpot was claimed by a player in New Jersey, who won $90 million on December 2, 2025. The Powerball jackpot, meanwhile, stands at $58 million with a cash option of $26.8 million, as reported by the Powerball website. Winners of the Mega Millions can claim their prizes through the official lottery channels, with the option to remain anonymous in states like New Jersey, where a law signed by Governor Phil Murphy allows winners to protect their identities. Players can participate in the Mega Millions by selecting five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball. The cost of a ticket is $5, which includes a multiplier that can increase potential prizes up to 10 times the original amount, except for the jackpot. Quick Pick options are also available for players who prefer the lottery to generate their numbers. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 290,472,336-to-1, making it one of the least likely outcomes in the lottery. However, smaller prizes are available for matching fewer numbers, with a minimum of $10 for matching just the Mega Ball. Players can win up to $2 million for matching all five white balls, excluding California. Mega Millions is available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. States such as Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah do not offer the game.#new_jersey #powerball #mega_millions #jackpocket #phil_murphy
Arkansas Lottery Player Wins Record $250.8 Million Powerball Jackpot via Jackpocket A lottery player in Arkansas has claimed the largest Powerball jackpot ever won through the Jackpocket mobile app, securing a life-changing $250.8 million prize on March 2. The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery announced the win on March 4, highlighting the achievement as a new record for the third-party platform. The winner, who placed their second order with Jackpocket, will have 180 days to claim the prize under Arkansas state law. The winning numbers for the March 2 Powerball drawing were 2, 17, 18, 38, and 62, with the Powerball number 20. Pete Sullivan, SVP of Lottery at DraftKings, praised the win, stating, “This historic win underscores our commitment to delivering a best-in-class, secure, and seamless lottery experience for our customers.” The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery partners with Jackpocket to provide more convenient ways to play lottery games, emphasizing the platform’s role in expanding access to state-sponsored lotteries. Arkansas has seen a surge in Powerball jackpots recently. Just over two months prior, on Christmas Eve, an anonymous Arkansas player won the second-largest Powerball jackpot in history at $1.817 billion. State lottery Executive Director Sharon Strong called the latest win “exciting” and noted its broader impact, including funding for in-state student scholarships, supporting retailers, and boosting the state’s economy. The $250.8 million prize marks the third-largest Powerball jackpot in U.S. history, placing it among the top 10 largest ever recorded. Since the Powerball lottery began in 1992, the largest jackpots include a $2.04 billion win in California in 2022, a $1.817 billion prize in Arkansas in December 2025, and a $1.#arkansas #arkansas_scholarship_lottery #jackpocket #pete_sullivan #sharon_strong
