Winning ticket for $1.22 billion Mega Millions jackpot sold in California
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.
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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.
Powerball's next jackpot will be at least an estimated $1.23 billion after no tickets matched the numbers needed to win Wednesday night's grand prize of roughly $1.09 billion.
Statistically, a Powerball player is much more likely to be attacked by a grizzly bear at Yellowstone National Park.
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.
There has not been a grand prize winner since New Year's Day.
The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $977 million during the 29 drawings with no winner since Dec. 8.
There has not been a Mega Millions jackpot winner since Dec. 8.
The jackpot for Friday night's Mega Millions drawing will be at least an estimated $792 million after no tickets matched the numbers for Tuesday night's $735 million grand prize.
It's the second-biggest grand prize ever won in U.S. lottery history, behind only a $2.04 billion pot of gold also won in California in November 2022.
The estimated jackpot for Wednesday night's drawing is the second-largest in Powerball history.
The estimated jackpot for Saturday night's drawing would be the third-largest in Powerball history and fifth-biggest in U.S. lottery history.
Nobody hit the jackpot in Powerball's Monday drawing, raising the next jackpot to an estimated $1.2 billion for Wednesday.
The jackpot for the next Powerball drawing is an estimated $835 million. It's still set to be the fourth largest prize in the game's history.
One winning ticket was sold in Florida for the Mega Millions jackpot — the third largest in U.S. lottery history.
There has not been a Mega Millions jackpot winner since April 18.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to potential record after no winner Friday, lottery says
The pot of gold soared after no winning tickets were sold for Tuesday night's estimated $1.1 billion grand prize.
One lucky winner could nab a massive $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot that's up for grabs in Tuesday night's drawing.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are approximately one in 302.58 million.
The fifth-largest jackpot in Mega Millions history is up for grabs Friday night.
The cash payout for July 21 drawing is estimated to be $370.5 million for the jackpot.
The winning Powerball ticket was purchased in Los Angeles. The grand prize was the third largest in the game's history since it started in 1992.
It would be the third-largest jackpot in the game's history and seventh-highest in U.S. lottery history.
A Maryland lottery winner credits his long hair, in part, with his two scratch-off ticket successes.
The last time a Mega Millions jackpot was won was Oct. 14, when holders of two tickets sold in California and Florida shared a $502 million pot of gold.
The world's top 50 professional golfers are back in Baltimore County this week to compete in the BMW Championship, bringing thousands of fans to the area and a boost to the economy.
A deadly hit-and-run that occurred in a busy Baltimore intersection is under investigation, police said.
Bark Social, a dog-friendly bar, reopened its Baltimore location under a new owner after the company abruptly closed and announced plans to file for bankruptcy in November 2024.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Greater Maryland is warning that posting your child's back-to-school photos online can pose a security risk.
A horse named John was rescued after falling into a hole in Baltimore County, according to fire officials.
Hit-or-miss showers and storms with heavy rain are expected Thursday afternoon, early evening.
A horse was rescued after falling into a hole in Baltimore County, according to fire officials.
At the heart of the case is immigration enforcement and Maryland District Court Judge George Russell III's order that every deportation must be halted for two business days to give migrants time for a hearing and due process.
The world's top 50 professional golfers are back in Baltimore County this week to compete in the BMW Championship, bringing thousands of fans to the area and a boost to the economy.
Tropical Storm Erin continues to move westward, prompting warnings of dangerous rip currents along the East Coast.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Wes Case with the Baltimore Banner explains how an Uber driver helped Jeezy get to a Baltimore concert on time.
TNA Wrestling is holding exclusive events in Baltimore this week.
WJZ visits Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming in Baltimore to learn about how they pamper pets.
WJZ visits The League, a Maryland wellness center that focuses on people with disabilities.
WJZ learns what it takes to care for the donkeys at The Maryland Zoo.
Jackson Holliday hit a game-ending double, and the Baltimore Orioles snapped Seattle's eight-game win streak with a 4-3 victory over the Mariners on Wednesday night.
The Jonas Brothers were "burnin' up' on a Baltimore County golf course on Wednesday, mingling with fans and trying not to slice their drive too badly.
Baltimore Ravens backup quarterback Cooper Rush is expected to get more playing time on Saturday against the Dallas Cowboys, his former team, in the second preseason game.
Top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler is going with a PGA Tour caddie for the BMW Championship in Owings Mills, Maryland, as his regular looper, Ted Scott, deals with a family emergency at home in Louisiana.
George Kirby pitched seven three-hit innings, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 on Tuesday night for their eighth victory in a row.
President Trump said that he is deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and that the federal government has taken control of the D.C. police.
President Trump is hinting at further federal police action in D.C., teasing a press conference on Monday aimed at "ending the Crime, Murder, and Death."
The Justice Department on Wednesday filed hate crime charges against the man accused of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., in May.
A dozen congressional Democrats are suing the Trump administration for limiting access to ICE detention facilities.
Senate Democrats told the secretary of state they have "grave concerns" about the U.S. role in financing GHF, the main group distributing aid in Gaza.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Kermit the Frog is set to speak at Muppets creator Jim Henson's alma mater.
Marylanders can expect muggy, hot and stormy weather on Thursday.
Maryland will experience hot, humid stormy weather on Thursday.
Showers and stormy weather are expected in the Baltimore area Thursday afternoon into the evening.
A few more storms possible across Maryland Thursday
Quieter weather expected overnight. More storms for Thursday.
The opening round of the BMW Championship teed off Thursday, featuring Maryland native Denny McCarthy.
A horse had to be sedated and lifted with a crane after falling into an 8 to 10-foot pit in Baltimore County, fire officials said.
Baltimore police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run that occurred downtown near the police headquarters.
Leaders in Alaska are preparing to host a presidential summit between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The White House said 45 arrests were made in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday night amid a crackdown on crime.