A Powerball player there holds the winning ticket from Wednesday night's drawing for the game's $1.817 billion jackpot. The winner, who so far hasn't gone public, can choose between an annuitized prize of $1.817 billion or a lump sump payment of $834.9 million (both prize options are before taxes).

The Powerball jackpot keeps getting bigger. The $1.7 billion prize is now the fourth-largest jackpot in U.S. history. “The holidays are already a special time, and a Powerball jackpot of this size certainly adds to the excitement,” said Iowa Lottery ...

Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Delaware Lottery. Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware? Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize ...