CNN

Texas woman sues state lottery after not receiving controversial $83.5M jackpot

A woman in Texas is suing the state’s Lottery Commission for not paying out an $83.5 million award, more than three months after the numbers on her ticket matched the winning numbers in a drawing, ...
The Florida Times-Union

As Powerball hits $1.25 billion, Florida Lotto is $7.25 million for Dec. 17

Nov. 15, 2025, Florida Lotto ticket from Circle K convenience store in Pensacola, Florida, matched all 6 numbers and is worth $3.75 million. Prizes for Florida Lottery games must be claimed within ...
Lifehacker

The First Things You Should Do If You Win the $1.25 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot

The winner (if there is one) of Friday’s Mega Millions lottery drawing will instantly become one of the richest people in the world, with the jackpot eclipsing a cool $1.25 billion. While it’s been ...
U.S. News & World Report

How the Lottery Works, and Is It Worth Playing?

Lotteries are forms of gambling, offering scratch-off cards with instant winnings and draw tickets, for which the numbers are called. The odds of winning are very low, with scratchers having the best ...
Forbes

What Should You Do After You've Won Powerball Or Mega Millions?

You’ve checked the numbers over and over, and, yes, each time, the numbers match. Holy Cow! You’ve just won a life-changing jackpot! It’s thrilling, but it’s also terrifying. What should you do now?
Vox

What the lottery sells — and who pays

Your support goes further this holiday season. When you buy an annual membership or give a one-time contribution, we’ll give a membership to someone who can’t afford access. It’s a simple way for you ...

I advise lottery winners. People are shocked by how little guidance you get — here's what Powerball winners should do.

Wells Fargo advisor says lottery winners are on their own. If you win the Powerball, you'll need to make strategic decisions.
Forbes

You Won The Lottery. Now What?

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...