It will cost a bit more to get lucky with Mega Millions: Here's a look at the changes
Those wanting to play Mega Millions now have to pay more for a ticket -- a ticket for the next drawing in the multi-state lottery will cost $5, more than double it's long-time cost.
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2 developments- Apr 5, 2025Mega Millions ticket price goes up to $5, but bigger jackpots expected
- Apr 7, 2025It will cost a bit more to get lucky with Mega Millions: Here's a look at the changes
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2 viewpointsJackpot! Mega Millions revamping lottery game but with higher ticket prices – and better chances of winning
Ran by 5 outlets across the spectrum· Bangor Daily News, The Boston Globe
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5 viewpointsRan by 5 outlets· NBC New York, NBC4 Washington, +3 more
Ran by 5 outlets· Wfmy News 2, KOB 4, +3 more
Ran by 6 outlets· ABC 7 New York, ABC 30 Fresno, +4 more
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0 viewpointsSame wire story as other lanes. No original Right take here.
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