Lottery

Man scores 2 wins from one Powerball lottery drawing, landing him $2M

July 20, 2025 10:37am EDT

The Massachusetts man's simple mix-up led to two life-changing wins.

Mega Millions jackpot winning ticket sold in Virginia

June 29, 2025 9:54am EDT

There’s a new Mega Millions jackpot winner in Virginia.

Georgia Lottery pays out over $50 million in a week

June 25, 2025 10:31pm EDT

A Gainesville player won $2 million in the June 20 Mega Millions drawing, according to the Georgia Lottery.

Texas lottery winner on delays in $83M prize payout: 'I've lost a lot of faith'

May 23, 2025 5:10pm EDT

A woman is suing the Texas Lottery after winning $83 million. The Montgomery County resident won back in February but was told she can’t be paid because of a state investigation.

Texas woman who won $83.5M lottery jackpot hasn't been paid, sues Texas Lottery Commission

May 22, 2025 5:23pm EDT

A woman still has not been paid after her controversial $83.5 million Lotto Texas jackpot win. She is suing the Texas Lottery Commission in an attempt to receive her winnings.

Man finds winning lotto ticket while helping mom clean: ‘Did that really just happen?’

April 9, 2025 2:14pm EDT

According to the family, the holiday-themed ticket didn’t make it into their Christmas stocking.

Mega Millions changes take effect today: Here's what players should know

April 8, 2025 12:26pm EDT

Lottery players are going to have a shot at more billion-dollar jackpots and slightly better odds under new Mega Millions rules.

Powerball jackpot: One ticket wins $526.5 million

March 30, 2025 8:43am EDT

One ticket won the Powerball’s $526.5 million jackpot Saturday night.

Mega Millions changes will lead to 'more billionaire jackpots', expert says

March 27, 2025 9:51am EDT

Changes are coming to the Mega Millions next month that will increase a player's chances of winning it big.

4 lucky Georgia lottery players walk away winners on March 19

March 20, 2025 1:51pm EDT

Three lucky Georgia Lottery players struck it big on March 19, winning jackpots across multiple games, including Fantasy 5, 100X The Money Quick Win, and Powerball.

Mega Millions ticket price to jump to $5 next month—will bigger prizes lure more players?

March 8, 2025 3:15pm EST

Mega Millions will raise its ticket price from $2 to $5 starting next month, offering larger prizes and more winners, according to lottery officials.

Georgia lawmakers push for online sports betting legalization

March 3, 2025 5:49pm EST

State Rep. Marcus Wiedower, R-Watkinsville, is sponsoring legislation aimed at legalizing online sports betting in Georgia.

Mega Millions: Georgia Lottery player wins $1M prize in Tuesday's drawing

February 27, 2025 5:51am EST

One lucky Georgian became a millionaire overnight thanks to their picks in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing.

Thieves buy $523K lottery ticket with stolen card—victim offers to split winnings

February 24, 2025 12:40pm EST

Thieves used a stolen card to buy a winning French lottery ticket worth 500,000 euros or $523,000. But they vanished before cashing in.

Virginia woman wins $2M lottery prize after clerk gives her wrong ticket

February 18, 2025 11:54am EST

A Virginia woman is $2 million richer after winning the top prize on a lottery scratcher ticket she was given by mistake.

Georgia Lottery players hit big in a weekend of wins

February 4, 2025 11:53am EST

The Georgia Lottery had a winning streak over the weekend, with multiple players securing substantial prizes across various games, according to lottery officials.

Iowa man with 850K-mile vehicle claims lottery prize: ‘I’ve got to get a car’

January 5, 2025 3:34pm EST

Daniel Bragg, a 46-year-old from Newtown, Iowa, won $150,000 in the "Money Gift" scratch game and plans to upgrade from his 2001 Chevy Suburban with 849,000 miles.