UPDATE: The Mega Millions jackpot has skyrocketed to an astonishing $800 million ahead of the next drawing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. This surge comes after no ticket matched the six numbers drawn in the latest drawing, which took place on Friday night.
The winning numbers for the last draw were 2-24-52-66-68 with a Mega Ball of 9. This jackpot marks a significant growth since it was last won in Virginia on June 27. With excitement building, players across the nation are rushing to buy tickets for a shot at this life-changing prize.
Historically, November has not been a month for Mega Millions jackpots, with the last win recorded in 2016. However, since the game’s inception in 2002, there have been 16 jackpots won in November, the largest being $326 million claimed in New York on November 4, 2014.
Tickets are priced at $5 each and include a randomly assigned multiplier, which can boost base prize levels by 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or 10X. Importantly, half of the ticket sales proceeds stay within the state where the ticket was sold, supporting essential causes and retailer commissions.
The odds of winning any Mega Millions prize stand at 1 in 23, while the odds of clinching the jackpot are a staggering 1 in 290,472,336. Mega Millions is available in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands, making it a nationwide phenomenon.
The current jackpot is among the top in Mega Millions history, which has seen monumental wins including the record-breaking $1.602 billion won in Florida on August 8, 2023. Players should act fast as the excitement builds leading up to the drawing.
You can catch the live Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 p.m. on ABC 7 New York. Stay informed with the latest lottery updates, and don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible jackpot.
For those in New York, the lottery continues to play a vital role in funding education, contributing $3.7 billion in Lottery Aid to Education for the fiscal year 2022-2023. This money is distributed to local school districts, ensuring that larger, lower-income areas receive a proportionately larger share.
If you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling addiction, help is available through New York’s confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369).
Don’t miss out! Grab your tickets today and join the excitement surrounding this record-breaking Mega Millions jackpot!
