Recent Mega Millions Winners in New York
Several “Big Money” winning tickets were sold in New York State from Friday night’s drawing. Each winning ticket matched four out of five numbers and the Mega Ball. Three tickets won the third-place prize of $10,000 each. Two other tickets had the Megaplier, which was 4x the prize amount, resulting in $40,000 winnings each.
Friday’s Winning Numbers
The winning Mega Millions numbers were: 4, 11, 23, 33, 40 with a Mega Ball of 23. No one claimed the grand prize jackpot, so Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing is now worth $560 million, potentially the largest single jackpot ever won in New York State.
Largest Lottery Jackpots in New York State History
New York has seen some massive lottery jackpots over the years. The sixth-largest jackpot was $202 million, won by a group under an LLC named “1937 Flatbush Ave Dodgers LLC” on June 1st, 2011 (Powerball). The fifth-largest was $208 million, claimed by Daniel Bruckner in December of 2011 (Mega Millions). The fourth-largest was $319 million, won by seven co-workers from Albany pooling their money together in March of 2011 (Mega Millions). The third-largest was $326 million, held by Harold Diamond after winning the Mega Millions jackpot in November of 2014. The second-largest was $432 million, a winning Mega Millions ticket sold in September of 2021. The largest jackpot in New York State history was $476 million, won by Johnnie Taylor in April of 2023.
Powerball Winning Numbers for June 3, 2024
The Powerball winning numbers for June 3, 2024, were 19, 29, 35, 36, 45, with a Powerball of 16 and a Power Play of 2x. The estimated jackpot was $171 million, with a cash option of $79.5 million. The last Powerball jackpot was won on May 6 by a Florida player who took home $214.9 million.
Upcoming Mega Millions Jackpot
The current Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday is $560 million, with a cash option of $258.4 million. This jackpot could potentially be the largest single jackpot ever won in New York State. Players are eagerly awaiting the drawing, hoping to become the next big winner.
Recent Winner Highlight
A man battling cancer recently won a $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot and is splitting the money with his wife and friend. This heartwarming story has captured the attention of many, showing that even in difficult times, luck can shine through.
Powerball Drawing Information
Powerball drawings are held live at the lottery website on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. The broadcast may also be available on local TV stations. Ticket purchase deadlines vary by state, with New Jersey’s deadline at 9:59 p.m. and New York’s at 10 p.m. on drawing days.
How to Play Powerball
Each Powerball ticket costs $2. Players can add Power Play for an additional $1 to increase non-jackpot prizes up to five times (or ten times if the jackpot is less than $150 million). Players select five numbers from a pool of white balls (1 to 69) and one red Powerball number (1 to 26). A quick pick option is available for random number selection.
Prize Tiers
Powerball prizes range from $4 (matching just the Powerball) to the jackpot (matching all six numbers). Matching all five white balls typically wins $1 million, except in California. Powerball is available in 45 states plus Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Where to Buy Tickets
Powerball tickets can be purchased in-person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals. Tickets can also be bought online through the Jackpocket app in select states.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are approximately 292,201,338-to-1. The odds of matching all five white balls are 11,688,053-to-1. Despite the long odds, many players continue to try their luck, hoping to hit the big jackpot.
Payout Options
Winners can choose between an annuity option, which includes an immediate payment followed by annual payments over 29 years increasing by 5% each year, or a cash option, which is a lump sum significantly lower than the advertised jackpot amount.
Anonymity for Winners
Some states, like New Jersey, allow winners to remain anonymous. This option provides privacy and security for those who win large sums of money.
Responsible Play Reminder
While lottery jackpots can help make dreams come true, players are reminded to play responsibly. The New York Lottery continues to be North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $1 billion in fiscal year 2022-23 to help support education in New York State.
Additional Information and Galleries
For those interested in more information, there are galleries on the luckiest places to buy lottery tickets, the top five most commonly drawn Mega Millions numbers, and the top five most commonly drawn Powerball numbers. These resources can help players make informed decisions when purchasing their tickets.
In conclusion, the New York Lottery continues to create excitement and change lives with its massive jackpots and numerous winners. Whether it’s the Mega Millions or Powerball, players across the state are eagerly awaiting their chance to win big.
