All articles tagged with #lottery winner
Originally Published 16 days ago — by AP News
A single ticket purchased at a gas station in Cabot, Arkansas, won the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot of over $1.8 billion in the Powerball game, ending a three-month jackpot drought. The winner has 180 days to claim the prize, with potential confidentiality for up to three years, and will owe Arkansas state taxes on the winnings.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by MLive.com
A Michigan Powerball player won $1 million by matching five numbers in the December 24 drawing; the ticket was sold at a Kroger in Howell, and the winner has one year to claim the prize at Michigan Lottery headquarters.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Cincinnati Enquirer
The second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot of $1.817 billion was won in Arkansas, specifically in the town of Cabot, purchased at a Murphy USA gas station. The winner has not yet been publicly identified, and the next Powerball drawing is scheduled for December 27 with an estimated jackpot of $20 million.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by The State
A Powerball ticket sold in Columbia, SC, nearly won the $1.5 billion jackpot, earning the buyer a $50,000 prize for coming close, with the jackpot now at $1.6 billion after no grand prize winner.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by WHO13.com
A ticket purchased in Norwalk, Iowa, won $3 million in the Mega Millions lottery, with the ticket matching five numbers but missing the Mega Ball. The next jackpot is estimated at $965 million.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by MLive.com
A Missouri man who won half of a record $1.787 billion Powerball jackpot plans to take a year off to relax and enjoy his winnings, which he chose to receive as a lump sum of approximately $410.3 million. He expressed excitement and disbelief about his win, which he shared with a Texas player, and plans to spend more time with his wife and relax at home.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WDRB
A Kentucky resident won $50,000 by purchasing a Powerball ticket at Five Star in Lebanon, matching four white balls and the Powerball in Monday night's drawing. The ticket was one of three in Kentucky to match these numbers, and winners must claim their prizes within 180 days. The next jackpot is $33 million.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A Powerball ticket sold in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, won $1,378,451 in the recent drawing, while the jackpot for the next draw has surged to $1.3 billion after no winner matched all six numbers in the Labor Day drawing.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WKRC
The largest lottery jackpot in Virginia history, worth $348 million, was won anonymously by a single ticket holder who chose a lump sum of $155.6 million and plans to buy a zero-radius riding lawn mower as their first purchase.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by WAVY.com
A ticket purchased in Northumberland County, Virginia, won the largest Mega Millions jackpot ever in the state, worth $348 million, with the winner having 180 days to claim their prize, choosing between a lump sum of approximately $155.5 million or annual payments over 30 years.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by AccessWDUN
A Gainesville, Georgia, player won $2 million after matching all five white balls and using a Megaplier in the June 20 Mega Millions drawing. The next jackpot is estimated at $326 million, with other recent regional winners also reported. All proceeds benefit Georgia education.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
The Mega Millions jackpot has increased to $740 million after no ticket matched all six numbers in the latest drawing. However, a ticket sold at OK Liquor in Long Beach, California, matched five numbers, earning the holder $359,992. The next drawing is scheduled for Tuesday.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Seattle Times
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 11 Los Angeles
A Mega Millions ticket worth approximately $285,828 was sold at Keg Liquor in West Covina, California, for the June 4 drawing. The top prize of $560 million was won by someone in Illinois. The next drawing for a $20 million jackpot will be held on June 7. Lottery winners need to consider taxes and payout options when claiming their prizes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
A $552 million Mega Millions jackpot was won by an online ticket buyer in Illinois, who has yet to claim the prize. The winner can opt for a $260 million cash payout. This marks a significant win for Illinois Lottery, which has been selling tickets online since 2012.