Largest Powerball Jackpot Won By Single Ticket
Powerball Product Group Chair Charlie McIntyre says the $758.7 million jackpot claimed by a ticket sold in Massachusetts is the largest grand prize won by a single lottery ticket in U.S. history.
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Powerball Product Group Chair Charlie McIntyre says the $758.7 million jackpot claimed by a ticket sold in Massachusetts is the largest grand prize won by a single lottery ticket in U.S. history.
Lottery players across the U.S. are scooping up $2 Powerball tickets in hopes of beating the odds and winning a massive $700 million jackpot Wednesday night.
The estimated jackpot for Wednesday night's Powerball lottery has climbed to $700 million, making it the second-largest in U.S. history. But that refers to the annuity option, doled out in 30 payments over 29 years.
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $510 million, making it one of the largest in U.S. history.
Yes, you would need extra fingers and toes to count the money if you won the dual Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots. But don't quit your day job just yet!
Jeff Lindsay said in a statement that the windfall will support his family and causes that are important to them for generations to come.
If you're lottery game of choice has been Mega Millions simply because the tickets were cheaper than Powerball, well… The price of Mega Millions lottery tickets is doubling.
Hoosier Lottery officials aren't saying yet whether the holder of a $435.3 million Powerball ticket sold in Indiana last month will speak publicly about the jackpot.
The winning Powerball numbers have been drawn for the jackpot that climbed above $400 million for the first time in nearly three months.
The Olympics, the presidential election and "Pokemon GO" are among Google's top trending searches of 2016. But it was Powerball that topped the list, as the lottery handed out a $1.6 billion prize in January.
Yes, you have to get up and go into work today! No one matched the jackpot-winning numbers in Wednesday night's Powerball drawing.
The estimated Powerball jackpot has soared to $422 million thanks to nearly three months without a winner of the big prize.
The Powerball jackpot has soared to $422 million thanks to nearly three months without a winner of the big prize.
The group that runs the Powerball lottery game approved, then abandoned, changes that would have given ticket buyers more bang for their two bucks than the redesign implemented last year.
Well, you didn't win the $1.5 billion Powerball lottery jackpot last month, and apparently you didn't win the $1 million prize last week either!
It's becoming increasingly possible for big winners to hide their identity, and lottery executives are trying to strike a balance between ensuring privacy and safety while still proving to the public that real people can win.
No one in the Lone Star State took home the big $1.5 billion Powerball jackpot. But four Texans, two in the metroplex, will walk away with $1 million for matching all five numbers.
Changes to the Powerball drawing have made the jackpot too high, your odds of winning too low and there's a chance you may receive a duplicate ticket, according to an expert.
It is often said money can't buy happiness, but you would be hard pressed to find many people buying Powerball tickets at Fuel City in Dallas Wednesday that believe it.
Yeah, yeah, you're planning your Powerball jackpot press conference like an Academy Award acceptance speech -- but not so fast!
The Powerball jackpot for the Wednesday night drawing has just increased again!
With up to $1.4 billion at stake in Wednesday's Powerball, questions about the drawing seem to be as abundant as the convenience-store kiosks offering tickets for the record-breaking jackpot.
Lottery players are taking over-the-top measures in the hopes of winning an off-the-chart Powerball jackpot.
Powerball is breaking every record as the jackpot climbs higher, and North Texans are starting to get together with coworkers, family, or friends to try and pool their luck.
The Powerball jackpot has risen to a new high. According to the Texas Lottery, the jackpot is now up to 1.4 billion.
Roanoke Police said the officer was on a motorcycle and was responding to complaints about motorcyclists traveling at high speeds near the Texas Motor Speedway.
Isaac Guevara, 29, was arrested as of Saturday, the department said.
Police said there had been a large backyard gathering prior to the gunfire ringing out.
A few lingering storm chances move east of I-35.
Public backlash to Flock cameras and other license plate readers has increased in recent months in Texas and across the country. In response, Governor Greg Abbott last week directed the State Department of Transportation to stop issuing permits for license plate readers.
Roanoke Police said the officer was on a motorcycle and was responding to complaints about motorcyclists traveling at high speeds near the Texas Motor Speedway.
Isaac Guevara, 29, was arrested as of Saturday, the department said.
Police said there had been a large backyard gathering prior to the gunfire ringing out.
A few lingering storm chances move east of I-35.
Public backlash to Flock cameras and other license plate readers has increased in recent months in Texas and across the country. In response, Governor Greg Abbott last week directed the State Department of Transportation to stop issuing permits for license plate readers.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the escalating Texas U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico. With Republican groups pouring millions into ads supporting Paxton, can the spending and negative messaging change the race, or will voters stay focused on the economy and cost of living?
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
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U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
The Wings have tied the franchise record for wins in a season, with three games remaining.
Four Boyd High School football players face felony charges after police say they hazed and injured a 14-year-old teammate in a locker room.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
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 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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