Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1 Billion After Rollover
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Orlando, Fla. The Powerball jackpot rose to an estimated $1 billion Saturday after no ticket matched Wednesday night's drawing, extending a rollover that began after Sept. 6's $1.787 billion split between Missouri and Texas. Lottery officials reported multiple lower-tier winners across states, including three $1 million tickets and several six-figure prizes, and said the annuity totals near $1 billion with a $461.3 million cash option. State officials reiterated tax obligations and claim deadlines for winners. Players nationwide increased ticket purchases before Saturday's drawing. Drawings continue Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. Sept. 6, 2025: Two tickets in Missouri and Texas split a $1.787 billion jackpot.
- 2. Late Nov. 2025: Mississippi Lottery reports monthly transfers exceeding $11.4 million for November and FY2026 totals above $53.3 million.
- 3. Early Dec. 2025: Powerball estimates climb through $875M, $880M and $930M after successive no-winner drawings.
- 4. Dec. 10, 2025 drawing: No jackpot winner; multiple lower-tier prizes reported and estimated jackpot rose.
- 5. Dec. 13, 2025 drawing: Powerball estimated at $1 billion with a cash option near $461.3 million; additional $1M and six-figure tickets reported.
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