California Lottery Results: Recent Winning Numbers and Jackpot Updates

California Lottery Results: Recent Winning Numbers and Jackpot Updates

Powerball Results for January 4, 2025

The California Lottery continues to offer exciting opportunities for players to win big. On January 4, 2025, the Powerball drawing featured a jackpot of $200 million. The winning numbers for this draw were 26, 32, 43, 54, and 56, with the Powerball number being 24. The Power Play multiplier was 2x. Unfortunately, no ticket matched all five numbers plus the Powerball, causing the jackpot to roll over to the next drawing. The upcoming Powerball jackpot is now set at $220 million, with a cash option of $98.4 million for the next drawing on Monday.

Daily 3 and Daily 4 Winning Numbers

For those who enjoy the Daily 3 game, the midday winning numbers on January 4 were 8, 0, and 9. In the evening, the numbers drawn were 9, 8, and 3. The Daily 4 game also had its share of excitement, with the winning numbers being 7, 9, and two instances of the number four, forming the sequence 7-9-4-7. Players can check the payouts and previous drawings online to see if they have won.

Fantasy 5 and SuperLotto Plus Results

The Fantasy 5 game on January 4 saw the numbers 11, 15, 17, 22, and 35 drawn. This game offers players a chance to win by matching all five numbers. Meanwhile, the SuperLotto Plus drawing featured the main numbers 07, 18, 37, 42, and 43, with the Mega Ball number being 15. As always, players can check the SuperLotto Plus payouts and previous drawings online to verify their tickets.

Daily Derby Results

The Daily Derby game, which combines horse racing excitement with lottery fun, had its results announced as well. The first place horse was Winning Spirit with the number 9, followed by Lucky Charms in second place with the number 12, and California Classic in third place with the number 5. The race time was recorded at 1:42.45. Players can find the payouts and previous drawings online to see if they have won.

Claiming Your Winnings

Winners of the California Lottery must claim their prizes within specific time frames. For general claims, winners have up to six months (180 days) to claim their prize. If opting for a single-payment cash option, the claim must be made within two months (60 days). It’s important for winners to be aware of these deadlines to ensure they do not miss out on their winnings.

Unclaimed Prizes and Disclosure Policies

The California Lottery has specific policies regarding unclaimed prize money. Scratch-off tickets and Fast Play game prizes must be claimed within specified periods after the game ends, or they will expire. Additionally, California law requires the disclosure of lottery winners’ information, such as name and city, unless temporarily exempted under certain conditions. For instance, winners of prizes over $250,000 can remain undisclosed for up to ninety days unless they choose to waive this right.

Historical Lottery Jackpots

As of January 3, there have been twelve lottery jackpots in U.S. history that have reached or surpassed $1 billion. Only once has a jackpot exceeded $2 billion, highlighting the potential for life-changing winnings. The excitement surrounding these large jackpots continues to draw players to the lottery, hoping to become the next big winner.

Conclusion

The California Lottery offers a variety of games and opportunities for players to win significant prizes. With the Powerball jackpot continuing to grow and other games like Daily 3, Daily 4, Fantasy 5, and SuperLotto Plus providing daily excitement, there are plenty of chances to win. Players are encouraged to check their tickets and claim any winnings promptly to avoid missing out. As always, playing responsibly and understanding the odds is key to enjoying the lottery experience.