Mega Millions single ticket holder wins $980 million jackpot
The single ticket was purchased at Publix in Newnan, Georgia, Mega Millions said.
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The single ticket was purchased at Publix in Newnan, Georgia, Mega Millions said.
It's the 8th largest jackpot in the lottery's history.
A Mega Millions winner is running out of time to collect their $1 million prize, the New York Lottery says.
A winning Mega Millions ticket that was bought on Long Island last year will expire in December.
The price-per-play has jumped from $2 to $5, and that's not the only change. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Mega Millions has rolled out several changes, including new ticket prices, jackpots and an increase in the odds of winning.
The Mega Millions jackpot winner could either take the cash payout of $549.7 million or the $1.22 billion annuity paid out over 30 years.
One lucky ticket sold in Northern California won an estimated $1.22 billion jackpot in Friday's Mega Millions drawing just days before the new year.
In the hours ahead of Friday's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot grew to $1.22 billion.
Excitement is building for Friday night's $1.2 billion Mega Millions drawing. People across New York City and Long Island are dishing out a couple bucks for the chance to win mega big. They shared some of their plans for the prize with CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell.
No Mega Millions player won the $1 billion Christmas Eve jackpot, so the grand prize for Friday night's drawing will be an estimated $1.15 billion.
The sole winner of a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, the New Jersey Lottery said Monday.
The winning ticket was drawn on March 26 at ShopRite in Neptune Township.
Thirteen Mega Million jackpots have been won during December since the game began in 2002.
New Yorkers share their lottery winning dreams and weigh in on the cost of Mega Millions tickets going up to $5.
Starting in April, you'll need to pay $5 to buy a Mega Millions ticket, but as CBS News New York's Dave Carlin explains, if you win, it could be worth it.
Mega Millions tickets are set to get more expensive next year after a change to produce bigger lottery jackpots.
Mega Millions said the jackpot was last won in Illinois on June 4 with a ticket valued at $552 million.
If the winner opts for a cash prize, they will take home $336.1 million.
The winning $1.13 billion ticket was sold at a ShopRite down the Jersey Shore. Lottery officials are now waiting for the lucky winner to come forward, as customers congratulate whoever it was.
The winning $1.13 billion ticket was sold at a ShopRite down the Jersey Shore. Lottery officials are now waiting for the lucky winner to come forward, as customers congratulate whoever it was. CBS New York's Christine Sloan has the story.
The winning $1.13 billion ticket was sold at a ShopRite down the Jersey Shore. Lottery officials are now waiting for the lucky winner to come forward.
There was one winning ticket sold for Tuesday night's estimated $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, in New Jersey, officials said. It was the fifth largest in the game's history.
One lucky winner in New Jersey is waking up a whole lot richer this morning.
There has not been a grand prize winner since New Year's Day.
The weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest happened Friday, where Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and other competitive eaters were certified for the event.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
Dozens of ships from around the world have voyaged to New York Harbor to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
Times Square will host eight ball drops to celebrate Independence Day. Each ball drop will coincide with midnight in every American time zone.
The weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest happened Friday, where Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and other competitive eaters were certified for the event.
Dozens of ships from around the world have voyaged to New York Harbor to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
Times Square will host eight ball drops to celebrate Independence Day. Each ball drop will coincide with midnight in every American time zone.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
The New York, New Jersey area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Point Lookout and other areas on Lido Beach were immediately red-flagged for swimming after the shark was spotted in the water.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Westchester County says people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice.
After weeks of speculation, it appears the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding is happening at Madison Square Garden. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
President Trump is poised to pardon people convicted of violating pollution and emission laws and is said to be considering additional acts of clemency.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has a look at the First Alert Weather forecast for America's 250th.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave a speech focusing on the power of immigrants and the importance of immigration rights at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
