LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday night’s drawing has reached $1.22 billion.
Michigan Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli says it would be the largest jackpot ever won in Michigan, with a cash value of about $549 million.
If a player wins the jackpot, it would be the fourth Mega Millions jackpot won this year. The jackpot is the fifth largest Mega Millions jackpot ever. Tonight’s drawing will be the 31st drawing since the jackpot was last won in September, when one ticket purchased in Texas won the $810 million jackpot.
Since the Mega Millions jackpot run began September 13, Michigan Lottery players have won more than $5.5 million in base-game prizes, including two $1 million prizes.
The Mega Millions jackpot was last won in Michigan in January 2021 by an Oakland County lottery club. The club won a $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot. That jackpot was the largest ever won in Michigan.
Lottery retailers throughout the state are selling Mega Millions tickets until 10:45 p.m. tonight. Tickets also may be purchased online at MichiganLottery.com.
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