"Florida Publix Ticket Holder Claims Mega Millions Jackpot"
The winner of the $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot, the second-largest in history, has come forward to claim their prize. The winning ticket was sold at a Publix grocery store in Neptune Beach, Florida. The winner has 90 days to remain anonymous, and Florida law requires the disclosure of winners' information. The jackpot had been rolling over since August 18, 2023, starting at $20 million. Mega Millions prizes must be claimed in the state where the ticket was purchased, and prizes for Florida Lottery must be claimed within 180 days. Unclaimed prize money is transferred to the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350.