California Lottery Overview
The California Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. These games include Powerball, Daily 3, Daily Derby, Fantasy 5, Daily 4, and Super Lotto Plus. Each game provides a unique opportunity for players to test their luck and potentially win substantial prizes.
Powerball Results for September 14, 2024
The winning numbers for the Powerball draw on September 14, 2024, were 29, 34, 38, 48, and 56. The Powerball number was 16, and the Power Play multiplier was 2. Unfortunately, no one matched all six numbers to win the jackpot, which was estimated at $152 million with a cash option of $77.2 million. However, a ticket bought in Colorado matched all five numbers except for the Powerball, winning $1 million. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, September 16, with an estimated jackpot of $165 million and a cash option of $83.8 million.
Daily 3 Winning Numbers
The Daily 3 game had two draws on September 14, 2024. The midday winning numbers were 9, 6, and 0, while the evening winning numbers were 3, 3, and 6. Players can check the Daily 3 payouts and previous drawings on the official California Lottery website.
Daily Derby Results
In the Daily Derby game, the first-place horse was #10 Solid Gold, the second-place horse was #2 Lucky Star, and the third-place horse was #9 Winning Spirit. The race time was 1 minute and 48.72 seconds. Players can check the Daily Derby payouts and previous drawings on the official California Lottery website.
Fantasy 5 Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for the Fantasy 5 draw on September 14, 2024, were 08, 14, 20, 22, and 36. Players can check the Fantasy 5 payouts and previous drawings on the official California Lottery website.
Daily 4 Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for the Daily 4 draw on September 14, 2024, were 7, 5, 7, and 4. Players can check the Daily 4 payouts and previous drawings on the official California Lottery website.
Super Lotto Plus Results
The winning numbers for the Super Lotto Plus draw on September 14, 2024, were 08, 13, 28, 30, and 47. The Mega Ball number was 02. Players can check the Super Lotto Plus payouts and previous drawings on the official California Lottery website.
Additional Information
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news and results on the official California Lottery website. The results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Desert Sun producer. You can send feedback using the form provided on the website.
Powerball Jackpot Status
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday, September 14, was $152 million with a cash option of $77.2 million. No one won the jackpot, causing it to roll over again. The next drawing on Monday will have a jackpot of $165 million with a cash option of $83.8 million. A ticket bought in Colorado matched five numbers for a $1 million prize.
Recent Jackpot History
The Powerball jackpot was last reset when a ticket in California won the Powerball drawing on Monday, August 19. Since then, the jackpot has rolled over ten times. The winning numbers for Wednesday, September 11, were 10, 12, 55, 65, and 67, and the Powerball was 3. The Power Play multiplier was 3x.
Ticket Information and Odds
Powerball tickets start at $2 each. Players have a chance of approximately 1 in 292.2 million to match all six numbers. Prizes must be claimed within six months (180 days) from the date of the drawing. For single-payment cash options, winners must claim within the first sixty days after the applicable draw date. Scratch-off tickets and Fast Play game prizes must be claimed within sixty days of the official end-of-game date.
Anonymity Rules in California
Winners cannot remain anonymous; their name, city of residence, game won, date won, and amount won are public records. However, winners claiming prizes of $250,000 or greater can temporarily remain anonymous for ninety days unless they waive this right.
Notable Past Winners and Jackpots
Edwin Castro publicly claimed a $2.04 billion jackpot on Valentine’s Day. The top ten biggest jackpots as of September 14, 2024, include both Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots.
Mega Millions Update
Friday night’s Mega Millions winning numbers were 21, 55, 56, 57, and 66. The Mega Ball was 1, and the Megaplier was 3x. No one matched all six Mega Millions numbers, and the jackpot rose to an estimated $31 million with a cash option of $15.6 million. The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 17.
How to Play Mega Millions
Mega Millions tickets cost $2 each. Players can add the Megaplier option for an additional $1 to increase non-jackpot prizes up to five times. Players select five numbers from 1 to 70 (white balls) and one number from 1 to 25 (Mega Ball). There is also an option for Quick Pick for random number selection. There is no residency or citizenship requirement in the state of purchase.
Prize Payouts and Odds of Winning
Matching just the Mega Ball wins $2. Matching all five white balls wins up to $1 million (except in California). The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately one in over three hundred million. The odds of matching all five white balls are approximately one in twelve million.
Availability and Purchase Locations for Mega Millions Tickets
Mega Millions tickets are available in 45 states plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands. They are not available in Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah. Tickets can be purchased at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals. Online orders through the Jackpocket app are available in select states.
Deadline for Purchasing Tickets
The deadline for purchasing tickets varies by state, typically between fifteen minutes to an hour before the drawing. Third-party apps like Jackpocket may have earlier deadlines.
Cash Option vs Annuity Option
The annuity option is paid over time with an immediate payment followed by annual payments increasing by five percent each year. The cash option is a lump sum significantly lower than the advertised jackpot.
Anonymity for Jackpot Winners
Anonymity is possible in some states like New Jersey under specific laws, while other states require the winner’s name and hometown to be public records.
For more details about past winners and other information, visit the official Mega Millions website.
