BILLION DOLLAR JACKPOT: Winning numbers drawn for massive Powerball grand prize
The Powerball reaching $1 billion for Monday's drawing was only the second time in the lottery's 30-year history it had reached that mark. The highest grand prize was won in 2016 on a $1.586 billion jackpot.The Powerball reaching $1 billion for Monday's drawing was only the second time in the lottery's 30-year history it has reached that mark. The highest grand prize was won in 2016 on a $1.586 billion jackpot.
The last time anyone matched all six numbers and won the top prize was August 3, when a $206.9 million jackpot was won in Pennsylvania. The advertised prize is for winners who receive their winnings through an annuity paid over 29 years, but winners typically select the cash option. Powerball is played in 45 states, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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