Time Running Out for Mystery Winner of Rare Lottery Jackpot

A Mega Millions lottery winner who purchased a ticket in Encino, California, is at risk of losing a $197.5 million prize if they don't claim it by Saturday. The ticket was one of two winning tickets sold at the same gas station in December, a rare occurrence. If unclaimed, the prize money will be distributed, with $80.5 million returned to contributing states and $13.8 million allocated to California schools. The California Lottery has seen over $1 billion in unclaimed prizes over its 40-year history, benefiting educational funding.