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Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $670 Million For Tonight’s Drawing

Friday, Dec 13, 2024 - Illinois Lottery players still have a chance to become mega-rich as the Mega Millions jackpot has hit a cool $670 million for tonight’s drawing.

$700,000 Lucky Day Lotto Winner Bought Ticket At Chicago Grocery Store

Thursday, Dec 12, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player is bringing home more than just the bacon after they purchased a jackpot-winning $700,000 Lucky Day Lotto ticket at Jewel-Osco.

Mega Millions Jackpot Swells To $619 Million For Tonight’s Drawing

Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 - Illinois Lottery players have another shot at becoming a Mega Millionaire as the Mega Millions jackpot is now a whopping $619 million for tonight’s drawing.

Illinois Lottery Reminds Players To Gift Responsibly This Holiday Season

Monday, Dec 02, 2024 - The Illinois Lottery is encouraging responsible gifting this holiday season and reminding players that lottery tickets are for grown-ups – not kids.

Illinois Lottery Spreads Holiday Cheer This Giving Season With A Toy Drive

Monday, Nov 25, 2024 - The Illinois Lottery is bringing holiday magic to hundreds of Illinois families this season by hosting a toy drive at Rockford’s premier holiday celebration, Stroll on State. This year’s Illinois Lottery Holiday Toy Drive will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Rockford, helping to provide gifts for families in need.

$650,000 Lucky Day Lotto Jackpot Winner Used Numbers Related To Late Wife

Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player from Chicago scooped up a $650,000 Lucky Day Lotto jackpot prize after playing numbers related to his late wife. 

Illinois Lottery Unwraps The Perfect Gift This Giving Season - Five New Holiday Instant Tickets

Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 - Just in time for giving season, the Illinois Lottery kicks off the festivities with five new holiday Instant Tickets and two promotions: Holly Jolly Winnings 2nd Chance and Get in the Spirit Sweepstakes. The holiday Instant Tickets make the perfect stocking stuffer or show of appreciation - offering the chance to win big while giving back to local communities throughout Illinois.

$10 Million Payday For Illinois Lottery Scratch-Off Player

Friday, Nov 15, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player has a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving after cashing in a life-changing $10 million windfall.

Largest Fast Play Jackpot In U.S. History Up For Grabs

Monday, Nov 11, 2024 - Three Illinois Lottery players went in together on a Lucky Day Lotto ticket and struck big – winning $1.4 million. The lucky three, nicknamed “Tommy Lotto and Crew,” have been friends for decades.

Three Friends Win $1.4 Million Lucky Day Lotto Jackpot In Chicago

Friday, Nov 08, 2024 - Three Illinois Lottery players went in together on a Lucky Day Lotto ticket and struck big – winning $1.4 million. The lucky three, nicknamed “Tommy Lotto and Crew,” have been friends for decades.

$1 Million Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Claimed By Illinois Woman Who Bought The Ticket While Picking Up Groceries

Tuesday, Nov 05, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player picked up everything on her list while at the grocery store - plus one thing not on her list: a $1 million winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket.

Illinois Lottery Reports Record Results For Third Consecutive Year

Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 - As it celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Illinois Lottery is also celebrating another record-breaking year of sales and returns to the State of Illinois.

$1.3 Million Payday For ‘Diamond Girl’ With Illinois Lottery App

Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 - The four C’s have become five for one Illinois Lottery player – not just carat, cut, clarity, and color but also cash! ‘Diamond Girl’ earned her nickname after she won a $1.35 million prize with Fast Play Ultimate Diamond Jackpot.

Illinois Lottery Player Buys $1 Million Winning Lucky Day Lotto Ticket At Grocery Store In Elmhurst

Tuesday, Oct 22, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player is a newly-minted millionaire after buying a $1 million winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket at Jewel-Osco in Elmhurst.

$9.2 Million ‘Lucky Lotto Winner’ Bought Jackpot-Winning Ticket Accidentally

Friday, Oct 18, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player can’t believe his luck after winning $9,200,000 with Lotto – because he was actually trying to buy a ticket for a different game. 

$250,000 Unclaimed Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Expires In Two Weeks 

Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024 - The Illinois Lottery is seeking the owner of an unclaimed $250,000 winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket purchased in Chicago last October. The lucky winner has less than two weeks left to claim their prize.

$1 Million Winning Lotto Ticket Sold On Chicago’s Northwest Side

Thursday, Oct 10, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery retailer is celebrating after selling a winning Lotto ticket worth $1 million earlier this week.

Illinois Lottery Player Wins $2 Million With Powerball Ticket Bought Online

Wednesday, Oct 09, 2024 - Double double toil and trouble. An Illinois iLottery player doubled their Powerball prize by adding the game’s Power Play feature – and is now pocketing a cool $2 million.

$650,000 Winning Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Sold At A Small Store In Berwyn

Tuesday, Oct 08, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery retailer in Berwyn is thrilled after realizing they sold a jackpot-winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket worth a cool $650,000 over the weekend.

$1 Million Powerball Prize Won By Online Illinois Lottery Player

Friday, Oct 04, 2024 - An Illinois Lottery player is pocketing some big bucks after winning $1 million with Powerball, playing on their Illinois Lottery app.