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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Is that your $2 million? Powerball winner only has weeks to claim prize
One very lucky Powerball player in Colorado may miss out on millions of dollars if they do not come forward soon. The person who purchased the winning ticket from the Dec. 16, 2024 Powerball drawing has until June 14 to claim the $2 million they won via Power Play, a multiplier applied to any prizes you win apart from the jackpot. Lottery players in Colorado typically have 180 days to claim prizes on winning tickets. Anyone who matches five numbers, without the Powerball will see their award doubled from $1 million to $2 million, regardless of which Power Play number is selected. According to the Colorado Lottery, the winning ticket was purchased a grocery store gas station in Aurora, a Denver suburb on Dec. 16, 2024. "Colorado has thousands of unclaimed prizes every year," the Colorado Lottery writes on its website. "Most of those are smaller prizes like $1 or $2. If we have a larger prize that is about to expire, we will try to alert the media and post on our social media pages to hopefully find the rightful winner." Neither the Colorado Lottery nor the Powerball immediately responded to USA TODAY's request for comment. The timeframe to claim prizes varies from state to state, but in Colorado, players generally have 180 days to claim prizes on winning tickets. (For Jackpot game tickets, the 180-day clock starts the date of the drawing.) Any unclaimed prize money goes into the fund for "our proceeds beneficiaries," according to the Colorado Lottery. Players can check out the Unclaimed Prize archive on the Colorado Lottery's website to see if there have been any unredeemed winning Jackpot tickets in their area, or maybe at the retailer they frequent. The Colorado Lottery encourages players "not to wait and to check their tickets soon after purchase." 'Keep it quiet:' Here's what to know and do if you win the Mega Millions jackpot Winners of $600 or more, as is this case, can claim their money in three ways: Bring your winning ticket and your valid government photo ID to any of our four claims centers during business hours Claim your prize by filing an online claim Mail your completed Colorado Lottery Prize Claim Form and signed winning ticket to Colorado Lottery, PO BOX 7, Pueblo, CO 81002 (FedEx and UPS users please mail to 225 N Main St, Pueblo, CO 81003). Please allow one to two weeks for processing, and a check will be mailed to you. Incomplete forms may result in a delay. Colorado Lottery players are encouraged to contact the Lottery at 1-800-999-2959 with any questions or concerns. Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 2024 $2 million Colorado Powerball win still unclaimed
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Is that your $2 million? Powerball winner only has weeks to claim prize
Is that your $2 million? Powerball winner only has weeks to claim prize Show Caption Hide Caption Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win Here's what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot. Just the FAQs, USA TODAY One very lucky Powerball player in Colorado may miss out on millions of dollars if they do not come forward soon. The person who purchased the winning ticket from the Dec. 16, 2024 Powerball drawing has until June 14 to claim the $2 million they won via Power Play, a multiplier applied to any prizes you win apart from the jackpot. Lottery players in Colorado typically have 180 days to claim prizes on winning tickets. Anyone who matches five numbers, without the Powerball will see their award doubled from $1 million to $2 million, regardless of which Power Play number is selected. According to the Colorado Lottery, the winning ticket was purchased a grocery store gas station in Aurora, a Denver suburb on Dec. 16, 2024. "Colorado has thousands of unclaimed prizes every year," the Colorado Lottery writes on its website. "Most of those are smaller prizes like $1 or $2. If we have a larger prize that is about to expire, we will try to alert the media and post on our social media pages to hopefully find the rightful winner." Neither the Colorado Lottery nor the Powerball immediately responded to USA TODAY's request for comment. How long does the winner have to claim the prize? The timeframe to claim prizes varies from state to state, but in Colorado, players generally have 180 days to claim prizes on winning tickets. (For Jackpot game tickets, the 180-day clock starts the date of the drawing.) Any unclaimed prize money goes into the fund for "our proceeds beneficiaries," according to the Colorado Lottery. Players can check out the Unclaimed Prize archive on the Colorado Lottery's website to see if there have been any unredeemed winning Jackpot tickets in their area, or maybe at the retailer they frequent. The Colorado Lottery encourages players "not to wait and to check their tickets soon after purchase." 'Keep it quiet:' Here's what to know and do if you win the Mega Millions jackpot Winners of $600 or more, as is this case, can claim their money in three ways: Bring your winning ticket and your valid government photo ID to any of our four claims centers during business hours Claim your prize by filing an online claim Mail your completed Colorado Lottery Prize Claim Form and signed winning ticket to Colorado Lottery, PO BOX 7, Pueblo, CO 81002 (FedEx and UPS users please mail to 225 N Main St, Pueblo, CO 81003). Please allow one to two weeks for processing, and a check will be mailed to you. Incomplete forms may result in a delay. Colorado Lottery players are encouraged to contact the Lottery at 1-800-999-2959 with any questions or concerns. Where can I buy lottery tickets? Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
Miami Herald
06-05-2025
- Miami Herald
Man had friends distract clerks as he stole lottery tickets, CO prosecutors say
National Man had friends distract clerks as he stole lottery tickets, CO prosecutors say A man faces felony theft charges after prosecutors said he stole over $150,000 in lottery tickets using distraction tactics. Photo by John Ward via Unsplash Four men are charged with stealing over $150,000 in lottery scratch tickets in a series of thefts from at least 45 retailers along the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, according to prosecutors. The operation was apparently orchestrated by one of the men who officials said had three accomplices distract the lone clerk at a gas station or convenience store while he snuck behind the counter to swipe high-value lottery scratch tickets from the dispenser between August 2023 and November 2024, Colorado's office of the attorney general said in an April 28 news release. Thefts were reported in Denver, Boulder, Arapahoe, Jefferson, Adams and El Paso counties, according to the indictments. The man specifically targeted gas stations staffed by a single clerk, who his accomplice would lure away from the counter by asking about buying propane tanks, saying a credit card was stuck in a gas pump or spilling gasoline, prosecutors said. That's when the man stole the instant-win scratch tickets, which he redeemed within hours at a different gas station or store, officials said. Between the stolen tickets and the prize money he redeemed, the total value of the thefts was more than $150,000, prosecutors said. 'The individuals accused of these lottery ticket retail thefts harmed businesses along the Front Range,' said Attorney General Phil Weiser in the release. 'Colorado Lottery sales proceeds go toward preserving and protecting state parks, trails, and open spaces, so Coloradans who enjoy the great outdoors are also victims of Lottery theft.' The man faces four counts of felony theft, while his accomplices each face one count of felony theft, officials said. Brooke Baitinger McClatchy DC Go to X Email this person Brooke (she/them) is a McClatchy Real-Time reporter who covers LGBTQ+ entertainment news and national parks out west. They studied journalism at the University of Florida, and previously covered LGBTQ+ news for the South Florida Sun Sentinel. When they're not writing stories, they enjoy hanging out with their cats, riding horses or spending time outdoors.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Colorado Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Midday results for May 2, 2025
The Colorado Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at May 2, 2025, results for each game: 14-37-40-41-68, Mega Ball: 02 Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here. Midday: 6-9-2 Evening: 1-3-4 Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here. 01-05-21-22-23 02-17-18-33-38, Lucky Ball: 15 Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer. Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by Fort Collins Coloradoan planner Holly Engelman. You can send feedback using this form. Our News Automation and AI team would love to hear from you. Take this survey and share your thoughts with us. This article originally appeared on Fort Collins Coloradoan: Colorado Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Midday results for May 2, 2025
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
$12 million jackpot winning lotto ticket sold in Parker. Is it yours?
DENVER (KDVR) — One lucky person just won $12.4 million on a Colorado Lotto+ ticket. According to the Colorado Lottery, one person hit all six numbers in the Wednesday Colorado Lotto+ drawing. The jackpot was worth $12,445,438, which has a cash value of $6,222,719. The lucky ticket was sold at QuikTrip on 16791 Market St. in Parker. Can you imagine winning $12 million? The lottery said the winner matched these six winning numbers: 5-6-15-37-38-40. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 3,838,380. When you play Colorado Lotto+, you have the best odds of winning $4 with a 1 in 32 chance. Since the drawing was one day ago, the winner has not come forward, so be sure to check your lottery tickets, and you could become an overnight multi-millionaire. What happens to unclaimed lottery tickets in Colorado? The luck didn't stop there, the Colorado Lottery said another lucky winner won $250,000. That ticket was sold at the Circle K on 17691 W. Colfax Ave. in Golden. Colorado winners have 180 days to claim their prize. Colorado Lotto+ is known as Colorado's game, according to the lottery, and costs only $2 to play. The jackpot starts at $1 million and grows until it's hit. Players can choose six numbers from one through 40 or choose Quick Pick, which picks at random. Players can then add the 'Plus' option for an additional dollar per play. The initial numbers will be used for an additional drawing. If all six of a player's numbers match the second set of numbers drawn, they win the jackpot, plus $250,000. 4 indicted on theft charges, accused of stealing over $150K in scratch Lottery tickets Once players receive a ticket, they will get a 2X, 3X, 4X and 5X multiplier which will be added to any non-jackpot winning prize. Anyone can try the Colorado Lotto+ simulator online before purchasing a ticket. The Colorado Lottery said drawings are every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The next Colorado Lotto+ drawing will be on Saturday when the jackpot starts over at $1 million. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
