"Record-breaking Jackpots: Mega Millions and Powerball Reach Staggering Heights"

The Mega Millions drawing for a $640 million jackpot will take place on July 18 at 10:59 p.m. ET. Viewers can watch the live drawing on various TV stations or on the Mega Millions YouTube page. Tickets can be purchased until 10:45 p.m. ET on the night of the drawing at over 10,500 lottery retail locations in Michigan or through the Michigan Lottery website. The cut-off times for ticket purchases in neighboring states are slightly different. Mega Millions is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands, with tickets costing $2 each.