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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?
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Sales nearly double as lottery payouts outpace growthFrom bigger jackpots to changing state profits, the numbers reveal a shift that could impact how and why you play.
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Mississippi Lottery sales have hit the $3B mark since its 2019 debutA mix of new games and strong player support has fueled rapid growth in one of the nation's newest lotteries.
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Is the lottery becoming just another online game?As lottery apps add more features, the line between traditional draw games and online gambling grows thinner.
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Exclusive interviewDC Lottery Director Randy Burnside discusses Millionaire for LifeIn this exclusive interview, we discuss this exciting new lottery game that can pay out millions every day.
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Do lottery drawings happen on Easter Sunday? What to knowHoliday schedules vary by state and game, meaning your usual draw time might look a little different.
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South Carolina is looking to modernize lottery sales with self-serve machinesRetail data shows debit card payments already boosted sales, so could kiosks take that growth even further?
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Missouri's untaxed slot machine problem lands in the SenateThe Show Me State's convenience store slot machine boom has lawmakers divided on what to do next.
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Lottery growth slows in Tennessee, raising funding questionsRevenue is still rising, just not fast enough to match expanding programs and growing demand statewide.
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Louisiana Lottery marks 35 years with new games and big prizesThe rollout includes five new tickets, Fast Play games, and a second-chance promotion for players.
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Exclusive interviewIllinois Lottery bets big on growth, games, and communityIn an exclusive interview, Illinois Lottery Director Harold Mays reveals his 2026 plans and what's next for players.
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Exclusive interviewCaring communities: The new front line against problem gamblingIn this exclusive interview, NCPG Executive Director Heather Maurer shares the push for a national safety net.
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Online lottery sales expand as states eye 2026 growthNew bills, bigger platforms, and fresh debates are reshaping how players join in.
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Australian gamblers claim role in $95M Texas lottery schemeGamblers spent $26M on tickets in a 72-hour blitz to win big, sparking lawsuits and an ongoing investigation.
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Indiana's new sweepstakes ban could shake up online playCritics call it a missed chance for regulation. Could the state lottery gain new players from the ban?
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$1M dreams return as Florida Lottery revives Millionaire RaffleWith 2M tickets available for purchase, the more tickets sold, the more $1M prizes the lottery will add.
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Debt, data, and digital play: Inside Colorado's Lottery power struggleLawmakers say the lottery overstepped. The governor may hand them a veto anyway.
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What AI could mean for state lotteries and online playersFrom spotting bots to flagging unusual play, new tools could reshape how lotteries monitor games.
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Buy now, pay later: The next lottery trend?The rise of installment apps is changing spending habits. Is this next for state lotteries?
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Video lottery terminals are raising state revenues. What are they?Video lottery terminals are fueling a 9.6% global growth forecast. See how they help raise state funds.
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Lottery terminals go dark at two North Carolina storesState officials seized terminals and instant tickets following a contract violation tied to a recent plea.
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Police swarm Virginia Lottery offices over a suspicious packageCapitol Police shut down downtown streets before clearing the scene and reopening the building.
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The District of Columbia's $50 top prize draw game, DC-2, has retiredThis modest District of Columbia Lottery game has ended. Here is what you need to know about its last draws.
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DC Lottery bets big on Go-Go's next 50 yearsState lotteries are becoming unlikely champions of local culture.
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Can you expect physical lottery tickets to disappear anytime soon?AI tools are rising fast, but most players still crave human help and hands-on play.
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Manifesting a 2025 lottery jackpot: My year chasing the big winFrom long shots to record-breaking rollovers, I watched the numbers rise. Was belief enough to change my luck?
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Exclusive interviewRocky Mountain reinvention: Colorado Lottery embarks on transformationColorado Lottery Director Tom Seaver reveals the details on new games, retailers, and a digital future.
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Lottery growth goes digital: $346B expected worldwide in 2026Convenient mobile play and interactive draws are drawing younger audiences worldwide.
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Will Alabama residents finally get their say on lottery and casinos?State senator bets on voters to break 25-year lottery deadlock.