Cowboys Wire

After $1.787 billion Powerball win in Texas, Big's 103 gets a bonus check

In November 2022, Edwin Castro of Altadena, California, became the largest lottery winner in US history for his record $2.04 billion Powerball win.

Local $2B Powerball winner now buying up properties after California wildfires devastated his community — is selling after a disaster the right move?

Castro won a $2 billion Powerball lottery in 2022. Since the fire earlier this year, he has been buying up lots in Altadena, California, with the hopes of leading the rebuilding efforts there. He has already spent $10 million on 15 lots, but he’s not the only one looking to buy in the wake of the disaster.

Powerball jackpot flashback: Three record-breaking drawings worth remembering in 2025

The Powerball jackpot has grown to $273 million after 2025 saw massive wins, including a historic $1.787 billion prize and victories in California, Oregon and other states.
Cowboys Wire

After $1.8 billion Powerball, here's about how much Texas, Missouri winners take home

Edwin Castro of Altadena, California, who won $2.04 billion Powerball lottery Nov. 7, 2022, opted for the lump sum, which was just shy of $1 billion.
Modesto Bee

Powerball player wins big in California. Where was the lucky ticket sold?

A Powerball ticket sold in California won $36,988, just missing the $194 million jackpot, lottery officials say. The ticket matched four winning numbers and the Powerball in the drawing Saturday, Oct. 4, the California Lottery said. The lucky ticket was ...

As Mega Millions pot hits $680 million, here’s a list of California’s luckiest lotto stores

As the Mega Millions drawing approaches, will lightning strike again at any of the state’s luckiest stores? Here’s a list of the spots known for selling big-dollar tickets.
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