Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1.7 Billion Amidst Widespread Ticket Sales

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The Powerball jackpot has reached $1.7 billion, the third-highest ever, after no winner was declared in Wednesday's drawing. The jackpot's cash value is approximately $770.3 million, with the next drawing scheduled for Saturday. Several tickets across the U.S. won smaller prizes, and winners can choose between a lump sum or an annuity. The lottery is sold in 45 states and other territories, with past winners from California and other states.
- Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion, third-highest ever Los Angeles Times
- Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.7 billion after no winner in Wednesday's drawing ABC News
- Powerball is everywhere right now – except in these 5 states USA Today
- How Powerball jackpots started topping $1 billion CNN
- Powerball results: Ticket from winning numbers drawing worth $1M sold in Chicago suburb Aurora, Illinois ABC7 Chicago
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