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$1.22 Billion Mega Millions Ticket Sold in California

A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1.22 billion was purchased in Cottonwood, California, marking the fifth-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history.

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Updated: Dec 28th, 2024, 10:45 PM ET

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A Mega Millions ticket worth an estimated $1.22 billion was sold at Circle K in Cottonwood, California. This ticket achieved the fifth-largest jackpot in Mega Millions history, with a cash option of approximately $549.7 million. The winning numbers drawn were 3, 7, 37, 49, 55, and Mega Ball 6. The small town of Cottonwood, with a population of about 6,000, celebrated the win. The jackpot resets to $20 million for the next drawing, set for December 31, and ticket prices will increase from $2 to $5 in April to enhance odds and payouts.

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