Winning $560 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold in Illinois
Chicago, IL
– A Mega Millions lottery ticket worth a staggering $560 million has been sold in Illinois, according to NBC Chicago. The lucky ticket was purchased at a Speedway gas station in the city of Des Plaines. The winning numbers drawn on Tuesday, July 29, 2022, were: * 13 * 36 * 45 * 57 * 67 * Mega Ball: 14 The Illinois Lottery confirmed the sale of the winning ticket on Wednesday morning. The winner has not yet come forward to claim their prize.
Record-Setting Jackpot
The $560 million jackpot is the largest Mega Millions jackpot won in Illinois since 2012. It is also the fourth-largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won in the United States.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are incredibly low, at approximately 1 in 302.6 million. However, someone in Illinois has defied these odds and become an instant multi-millionaire.
Claiming the Prize
The winner has 12 months to claim their prize. They can choose to receive the money as an annuity over 29 years or as a lump sum payment of $399.1 million before taxes.
Impact on Illinois
The sale of the winning ticket is expected to have a significant positive impact on Illinois. The lottery will receive a portion of the proceeds, which will be funneled into various public programs. The winner will also likely make significant charitable contributions and invest in local businesses.
Advice for Winners
Experts advise lottery winners to remain calm and seek professional advice before making any major decisions. They should also consider forming a trust to manage their winnings and protect their privacy. The Illinois Lottery encourages everyone who purchased a Mega Millions ticket to check their numbers and claim their prizes if they are lucky winners.
Winning $560 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold in Illinois
Chicago, IL (NBC Chicago)
– A lucky Mega Millions lottery ticket worth a whopping $560 million was sold in Illinois, lottery officials announced Tuesday. The ticket was purchased at a Speedway gas station in Des Plaines, a suburb of Chicago. The winning numbers for the Friday night drawing were: 13, 36, 45, 57, 67, with a Mega Ball number of 14. The winner has not yet come forward, but they have 12 months to claim their prize. If they choose to take the lump sum option, they will receive approximately $396 million before taxes. The Mega Millions jackpot has been won three times in Illinois since 2018, including a record-breaking $1.34 billion jackpot in 2012. Lottery officials are urging all Mega Millions ticket holders to check their numbers carefully. The winning numbers can be checked on the Illinois Lottery website or at any authorized lottery retailer. The Illinois Lottery encourages all players to play responsibly. If you or someone you know needs help with gambling, please call the Illinois Council on Problem Gambling at 1-800-GAMBLER.