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New bills, bigger platforms, and fresh debates are reshaping how players join in.

The Illinois Lottery's online platform mints another Mega Millions millionaire.

After multiple filings, the court found the claims lacked enough substance to proceed.

Authorities say some of the stolen tickets were cashed in, helping link the suspect to both crimes.

Gamblers spent $26M on tickets in a 72-hour blitz to win big, sparking lawsuits and an ongoing investigation.

The winning ticket was sold at a Phoenix grocery store just days before St. Patrick's Day.

One woman won $47 million thanks to her husband's lottery dream.

Critics call it a missed chance for regulation. Could the state lottery gain new players from the ban?

The state is adding 100,000 more tickets for 2026.

With 2M tickets available for purchase, the more tickets sold, the more $1M prizes the lottery will add.

A lucky player hit a record $3.4M Jersey Cash 5 jackpot.

One made headlines after a $167M Powerball win, the other helped run a $3M lottery fraud scheme.

Lawmakers say the lottery overstepped. The governor may hand them a veto anyway.

The numbers appeared roughly 50 minutes later than usual, after an 'issue' caused the delay.

Thousands of North Carolina Lottery players hit big on Monday night's Pick 3 drawing. 

From spotting bots to flagging unusual play, new tools could reshape how lotteries monitor games.

One man's lottery scheme spanned multiple states.

The rise of installment apps is changing spending habits. Is this next for state lotteries?

Did itchy palms lead one woman to a million-dollar lottery win?

The prize started at $200K and has been growing for weeks, making it the longest prize run since 2006.

The Land of Lincoln raked in $2 billion in lottery sales. Two monster jackpots made it possible.

The Texas woman describes threats, hotel stays, and a family torn apart after the massive win.

Video lottery terminals are fueling a 9.6% global growth forecast. See how they help raise state funds.

Experts say screenings may help detect addiction as betting participation surges across the U.S.

Second Arkansas Powerball jackpot win in two months shatters Jackpocket app records.

Investigators allege a package of scratch-off tickets never reached its stop after a delivery detour.

There's a $50 ticket that could make you an $8 millionaire overnight.