Oregon triumphs again with a billion-dollar Powerball victory. A single ticket sold for Saturday’s drawing, though it occurred Sunday at 2:29 a.m. due to a jurisdictional issue. This marks Oregon’s sixth Powerball win. The $1.326 billion jackpot, the fourth largest in Powerball history and the eighth largest in U.S. lottery history, was clinched by matching all six balls.
Drew Svitko, Powerball Product Group Chair and Pennsylvania Lottery executive director, expressed congratulations and highlighted the transformative potential of such wins: “Winning the Powerball is not just about hitting the jackpot, it’s about the power to make dreams a reality and to create positive change in the world.”
In addition to the jackpot, seven players from various states secured $1 million by matching five white balls. Moreover, numerous tickets snagged smaller prizes, furthering the excitement around the draw.
The delayed drawing, originally scheduled for Saturday at 10:59 p.m., was postponed due to pre-draw procedures. Despite the inconvenience, adherence to protocol was emphasized to ensure the game’s integrity.
Powerball drawings occur thrice weekly, providing ample opportunities for hopeful participants. However, deadlines for ticket purchases vary by state, necessitating timely action from eager players.
For those contemplating participation, understanding the odds and payout options is crucial. With staggering jackpot sums, decisions regarding lump sum versus annuity payments become significant considerations.
While some winners opt for anonymity, others embrace their newfound fortune openly. State regulations dictate the disclosure of winners’ information, underscoring the importance of familiarity with local lottery policies.
Oregon’s latest triumph adds to the list of monumental Powerball victories, reflecting the enduring allure of lottery games nationwide.When is the next Powerball drawing?
Powerball drawings are held three times a week – Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Monday drawings were added in 2021.
Aside from the record-breaking jackpot, seven fortunate individuals clinched $1 million each by matching the five white balls. These winning tickets were sold in Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Wyoming. Additionally, 81 tickets secured $50,000 prizes, while 26 tickets claimed $150,000 prizes.
Powerball Numbers Revealed
The winning numbers for the April 6, 2024, Powerball drawing were 22, 27, 44, 52, 69, with a Powerball of 9. The Powerplay multiplier was set at 3x.
Drawing Delay Explained
The Powerball drawing faced a significant delay, ultimately occurring early Sunday morning. This delay stemmed from one lottery jurisdiction’s need to complete essential pre-draw procedures. Originally scheduled for 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, the drawing was ultimately held at 2:29 a.m. on Sunday at the Florida Lottery draw studio.
The delay was attributed to the rigorous protocols mandated by Powerball game rules, ensuring the security and integrity of the draw. Despite the inconvenience, the delay underscored the commitment to maintaining the fairness of the game. Every ticket purchased for the Saturday drawing was thoroughly processed to uphold the game’s integrity before the winning numbers were revealed.
How late can I buy Powerball tickets?
The deadline for purchasing Powerball ticket varies by state so don’t wait until the last minute. The deadline in New Jersey is 9:59 p.m. on the day of the drawing, while New York’s deadline is 10 p.m.
Click here is a complete list of Powerball ticket deadline times by state or jurisdiction.
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How can I play Powerball?
The cost is $2 per ticket, but you can add the Power Play for $1, which will increase the amount of your potential prize up to five times the original prize (except for the jackpot and Match 5). There is also a 10x Power Play possibility when the jackpot is less than $150 million.
Each player selects five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. However, you can also have the lottery machine generate a quick pick ticket with random numbers for you.
Prizes vary from $4 for the matching the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls (except in California) to the jackpot for matching all six balls. You can check all the prize payouts on the Powerball website here.
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Where is the Powerball available?
You can play the game total in 45 states plus the Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Where can you buy lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased in-person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
How can I watch Powerball drawing?
The Powerball drawing is broadcast live on the lottery website at 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. You can watch the drawing by clicking here.
The drawing may be broadcast on a local television station in your market as well.
What are your odds of winning?
Playing the Powerball can be exciting, but just don’t go spending those millions before you win.
The odds of winning the jackpot are 292,201,338-to-1.
The odds to match all five white balls are 11,688,053-to-1.
Cash or annuity?
The major lotteries in the United States offer two jackpot payout options: annuity and cash.
The annuity option is paid out over time. There is an immediate payment and then 29 annual payments after that, increasing by 5% each year.
The cash option is significantly lower than the advertised jackpot, but it is paid in a lump sum. You don’t have to wait decades for all the money.
Can I win jackpot and remain anonymous?
In some states, like New Jersey, you can win a lottery anonymously. That wasn’t always the case, but now winners are able to stay anonymous under a law that was signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
In other states, a winner’s name and hometown are a matter of public record. Check with your state lottery for more information.
Top 10 largest Powerball jackpots
Here are the Top 10 jackpots since the Powerball lottery began in 1992:
- $2.04 billion, Nov. 7, 2022: Won in California
- $1.765 billion, Oct. 11, 2023: Won in California
- $1.586 billion, Jan. 13, 2016: Three winners in California, Florida, Tennessee
- $1.326 billion, April 6, 2024: Won in Oregon
- $1.08 billion, July 19, 2023: Won in California
- $842.4 million, Jan. 1, 2024: Won in Michigan
- $768.4 million, March 27, 2019: Won in Wisconsin
- $758.7 million, Aug. 23, 2017: Won in Massachusetts
- $754.6 million, Feb. 6, 2023: Won in Washington
- $731.1 million, Jan. 20, 2021: Won in Maryland
What was largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever?
Here’s a look at the top jackpots won in the United States, between the Powerball and the Mega Millions lotteries:
- $2.04 billion, Powerball, Nov. 7, 2022: Won in California
- $1.765 billion, Powerball, Oct. 11, 2023: Won in California
- $1.602 billion, Mega Millions, Aug. 8, 2023: Won in Florida
- $1.586 billion, Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016: Three winners in California, Florida, Tennessee
- $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018: Won in South Carolina
- $1.348 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 13, 2022: Won in Maine
- $1.337 billion, Mega Millions, July 29, 2022: Won in Illinois
- $1.326 billion, Powerball, April 6, 2024: Won in Oregon
- $1.128 billion, Mega Millions, March 26, 2024: Won in New Jersey
- $1.08 billion, Powerball, July 19, 2023: Won in California
- $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 22, 2021: Won in Michigan
- $842.4 million, Powerball, Jan. 1, 2024: Won in Michigan
- $768.4 million, Powerball, March 27, 2019: Won in Wisconsin
- $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017: Won in Massachusetts
- $754.6 million, Powerball: Feb. 6, 2023: Won in Washington
- $731.1 million,, Powerball, Jan. 20, 2021: Won in Maryland
- $699.8 million, Powerball, Oct. 4, 2021: Won in California
- $687.8 million, Powerball, Oct. 27, 2018: Two winners in Iowa, New York
- $656 million, Mega Millions, March 30, 2012: Three winners in Illinois, Kansas, Maryland
- $648 million, Mega Millions, Dec. 17, 2013: Two winners in California, Georgia
