All Lottery Facts articles
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opinionThe surprising economics behind states and their lottery money
The revenue for the 45 states that participate in government-operated lotteries has grown by over 80 percent since 2010.
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newsMathematicians guarantee lottery win with just 27 tickets
Mathematicians develop a system to guarantee lottery wins.
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newsWin, win, as the Illinois Lottery turns 50, all players are in
As the Illinois Lottery turns 50, the state reports historic earnings of $883 million and promises much more in store.
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newsThe winner of the record-breaking $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot is revealed
The Florida lottery named the winner of the $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot.
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newsAnnual report places New York Lottery at the top of the heap
The New York State Lottery once again takes the top spot on account of both revenue generated and money contributed to education.
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newsMichigan State Lottery creates 53 new millionaires in 2023
Learn how the Michigan Lottery became a millionaire machine.
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opinionWhat happens to unclaimed lottery prizes?
Unclaimed lottery prizes are put to different uses in each state. Learn how the money is used in your state.
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newsMichigan State Lottery raises over $1 billion for the School Aid Fund
Michigan schools win over $1 billion from state lottery.
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newsSpain's El Gordo Lottery offers $2.8 billion prize pool
Have you played El Gordo, the world's biggest lottery?
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newsIllinois Lottery players fail to claim over $4 million worth of winnings
Million-dollar mystery. Why won't players cash in winning tickets?
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opinionWill Alabama finally greenlight gaming in 2024?
Debates have raged in Birmingham for years as to whether to legalize gaming in Alabama. Next year could finally usher in a breakthrough.
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opinionStaying grounded after a lottery jackpot win
Learn how to stay calm and focused after a lottery jackpot win.
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opinion10 myths about the lottery busted
This article debunks some common myths that frequently circulate about the U.S. lottery.
