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Winning big, giving bigger: Lottery stories that break the moldThese stories show a different side of winning, where impact matters more than indulgence.
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New Jersey Lottery's new scratch-off stars? 18 very adorable dogsFrom rescue pups to local favorites, real pets now headline tickets with prizes up to $200K.
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Massachusetts Megabucks jackpot hits a level unseen since 1986The jackpot has reached $16.5M, a height not seen in nearly 40 years.
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Powerball delivers 89 Match 5 winners in stunning drawing resultFrom number patterns to “fortune cookie” picks, theories swirl after two winners also split the $143M jackpot.
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Washington's Hit 5 jackpot hits a record highLottery players have a shot at a $1.6 million prize for just $1.
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No credit cards, but Colorado iLottery survives Senate voteConcerns over “slot-style” games shaped the bill, but the bigger digital rollout isn't going away.
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Millionaire for Life hits milestone with first top prize winnerAfter just two months, one ticket in Ohio cracked the top prize for this new multi-state draw game.
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DC Lottery resolves draw glitch, boosts rewards for affected playersFree plays, coupons, and a $150K contest aim to make things right after weeks of disrupted draws.
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It's not just Powerball: The NBA has been running a lottery since 1985From coin flips to ping-pong balls. Basketball's biggest gamble is changing.
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Wyoming prepares to ditch its cash-only lottery ruleThe Cowboy State will join 44 other states in accepting debit cards for tickets.
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Louisiana pauses online lottery sales amid growing debateRetailers, regulators, and critics clash over what digital tickets could mean for revenue and responsible play.
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Powerball broadcast system getting a satellite upgradePowerball is upgrading its satellite system for more reliable broadcasts.
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108 drawings later, Lotto America's third-largest jackpot nears $23MWith no winner since last summer, the prize has climbed into elite territory for this $1 multi-state game.
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DC Lottery reveals weeks-long drawing flawRepeated digits were impossible to draw for weeks.
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One millionaire every 1.7 days? Florida Lottery off to fast start in 2026Nearly 75% of prizes came from instant tickets, while 52 players hit seven figures in just 90 days.
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Lottery spotlight shifts from winners to community heroesAs Ireland launches a new campaign, similar efforts in states like Michigan are already rewarding everyday impact.
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Minnesota lottery players set for sweeping technology transformationMinnesota Lottery ditches its legacy system in a cloud-powered push for growth.
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Exclusive interviewThe West Virginia Lottery celebrates its 40th AnniversaryThe West Virginia Lottery gives out millions in prizes for its 40th anniversary.
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Cash Pop expands with more daily draws across MichiganThe rapid-fire game keeps evolving, signaling a bigger shift toward faster, on-demand lottery play.
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The VI Lottery is turning Carnival into a million-dollar partyHow a $2 ticket could land you a Chevy, a Puerto Rico getaway, or $500,000.
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Psychic lottery scam that raked in $13M ends in prison sentenceFake invoices and threats turned hope into losses for thousands of victims.
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Mega Millions' $5 bet leaves players waiting for bigger thrillsPlayers are paying more per ticket, but without billion-dollar jackpots, the excitement hasn't followed.
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Only one month to claim record $78M Lotto Texas jackpotCould a $78M jackpot go unclaimed in Texas?
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The U.K. is set to join Powerball, raising stakes for U.S. playersMore players may boost prizes, but U.S. winners could face more shared jackpots.
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€4.7M ticket dispute puts lottery shop owner on trialA shop owner's actions are under scrutiny as a family claims a winning ticket was never revealed.
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Small states, big jackpots: The lottery underdogs beating the oddsWhat Iowa, Virginia, and Rhode Island know about winning the lottery that New York doesn't.
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The end of live lottery draws? A shift players should watchTraditional ball machines are being replaced, but does that impact how players trust the game?