National $900 Million Prize, 1 In 292 Million Odds — And A Few More Lottery Numbers 3:54pm January 09, 2016 by Camila Domonoske The record-breaking powerball prize rose to new heights this afternoon. But did you know Americans spent more than $70 billion on the lottery last year? Add to Listen QueueListen Now
National Powerball Pot At Record $800 Million — And Growing 3:12pm January 08, 2016 by Laura Wagner Before the next drawing, on Saturday night, experts say the lottery could top $1 billion.