Feeling Lucky? Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Soar!
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached a whopping $875 million for Tuesday night's drawing, after no winning tickets were sold on Friday.
The Powerball jackpot is also climbing high, reaching an estimated $600 million for Saturday night's drawing.
Winning the lottery is a long shot, with Mega Millions odds at 1 in 302.6 million and Powerball at 1 in 292.2 million. But hey, someone has to win
This is only the sixth time the Mega Millions jackpot has been this large. Five out of those six jackpots even exceeded $1 billion!
If you win the lottery, financial advisor Robert Pagliarini recommends taking a deep breath and assembling a team to help you manage your windfall.
Mega Millions tickets cost $2 and are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Whether you play or not, good luck! And remember, even a small win can be a fun surprise.