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Mega Millions jackpot reaches 11th $600 million drawing
By ABC 25 at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
The Mega Millions jackpot is back above the $600 million mark.Nobody won Tuesday nights drawing, sending the jackpot to an estimated $604 million for Fridays drawing.The lump-sum cash option is estimated at about $266 million.RELATED STORY | Changes are coming to the Mega Millions lottery. Here's...
Key takeaway Here's what to knowThis is only the 11th time the Mega Millions jackpot has topped $600 million since the game began in 2002.
Why this matters in The Waco
For Waco residents, the growing Mega Millions jackpot presents a tantalizing prospect, with the estimated $604 million prize looming large. As the jackpot surpasses $600 million for the 11th time, locals who play the lottery are likely wondering if they might be the one to beat the 1 in 290 million odds. With two jackpot winners already this year, including a $536 million winner in March, the possibility of a life-changing windfall is on the minds of many. The increased ticket price of $5, implemented last year, has not seemed to deter players, and the higher reset jackpot of $50 million after a winning ticket is sold has kept the game exciting. As Fridays drawing approaches, Waco convenience stores and lottery retailers can expect a surge in ticket sales, with locals hoping to match the five white balls and claim at least $1 million.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Mega Millions jackpot is back above the $600 million mark.Nobody won Tuesday nights drawing, sending the jackpot to an estimated $604 million for Fridays drawing.The lump-sum cash option is estimated at about $266 million.RELATED STORY | Changes are coming to the Mega Millions lottery. Here's...
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