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April 6, 2026
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Former State Representative and School Board Member Rosemary Kurtz Dies at 95: Rosemary Kurtz, a longtime Crystal Lake resident, has died at age 95. Kurtz served as an Illinois state representative from 2001 to 2005 and was later elected to the District 155 school board in 2015. She also worked for decades as a Spanish teacher in high school and college, finishing her teaching career with District 155. Her contributions to public service and education are remembered by the Crystal Lake community. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Apr 6)
April 4, 2026
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No Jackpot Winner in April 3 Mega Millions Drawing; Prize Rises to $90 Million: No ticket matched all six numbers in the Mega Millions drawing held on April 3, so the top prize will now increase to an estimated $90 million for the next drawing. Players have the chance to win various prizes by matching some of the numbers, with the biggest prize reserved for those matching all five plus the Mega Ball. Mega Millions drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday evening. The latest results show continued excitement but no new jackpot winner this week. (Source: Journal & Courier on Apr 4)
March 28, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Remains Unclaimed After March 27 Drawing: No ticket matched all six numbers in the March 27 Mega Millions lottery, so the jackpot will continue to increase. The prize for Friday night's drawing reached $70 million, with a cash payout option valued at $31.5 million. Drawings occur twice a week, every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. Central Time. Winning smaller prizes still requires at least matching the Mega Ball, according to official rules. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 28)
March 21, 2026
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Ohio Ticket Wins $60 Million Mega Millions Jackpot; Next Prize Resets to $50 Million: A Mega Millions ticket sold in Ohio matched all six numbers in the March 20, 2026, drawing, claiming a $60 million jackpot. Following the win, the jackpot resets to $50 million with a cash option of $22.6 million for the next drawing. The Mega Millions game holds its drawings every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. Central Time. Players are encouraged to check their tickets and review prize breakdowns on the official lottery website. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 21)
March 18, 2026
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March 17 Mega Millions Drawing Ends With No Jackpot Winner: No ticket matched all six winning numbers in the Mega Millions lottery drawing held on March 17. As a result, the jackpot for the next drawing has risen to an estimated $60 million, with a cash payout option of $27.1 million. Drawings are scheduled twice weekly on Tuesday and Friday evenings. Participants are encouraged to check their tickets for smaller prizes, as matching the Mega Ball or certain combinations can still result in winnings. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 18)
March 13, 2026
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Illinois Ticket Wins $533 Million Mega Millions Jackpot, Next Prize Announced: A Mega Millions ticket sold in Illinois matched all six numbers, securing the $533 million jackpot for the most recent drawing. The jackpot for the upcoming drawing on Friday, March 13, will reset to an estimated $50 million, with a cash payout option of $22.9 million. Mega Millions holds drawings twice weekly, providing multiple prize opportunities for players who match specific combinations of numbers. Results for the latest drawing are pending as of publication. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 13)
March 7, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Grows as No Winner Emerges in March 6 Drawing: The March 6 Mega Millions drawing did not produce a jackpot winner, causing the top prize to climb further. Friday's drawing featured a grand prize of $496 million, with a cash option of $232.6 million. Participants can win smaller amounts by matching varying numbers, with the full payout structure available online. The next opportunity for players to win the growing jackpot will occur at the regularly scheduled drawing. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 7)
March 4, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises as No Winning Ticket Drawn on March 3: The Mega Millions jackpot increased after no ticket matched all six numbers in the Friday, March 3, drawing, which featured a top prize of $473 million and a cash option of $221.8 million. Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. Central Time. Smaller prizes are still available for tickets matching part of the winning combination, with the Mega Ball number alone qualifying for a minor prize. As of now, the main jackpot remains unclaimed for this round. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 4)
February 28, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises After No Winner in February 27 Drawing: The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has increased after no ticket matched all six numbers in the February 27 drawing. The prize for the next drawing, scheduled for Friday night, is estimated at $458 million with a cash payout of $212.4 million. Tuesday's winning numbers were 12, 39, 43, 49, 55, and the Mega Ball was 23. Drawings occur twice weekly, giving players regular opportunities to win substantial prizes. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 28)
February 20, 2026
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Historic Bible Highlights Lafayette Judge's Swearing-In Ceremony: Superior 1 Judge Kevin McDaniel of Lafayette was recently sworn into office, with Superior 2 Judge Steve Meyer administering the oath less than a month after surviving a shooting incident. The Bible used in the ceremony, provided by the Tippecanoe County Historical Association, belonged to Helen Gougar, a well-known local advocate for women's suffrage and temperance who practiced law in the same courthouse. Gougar's legacy underscores the historical significance of the event. The Bible’s connection to both local and state legal history was recognized during the proceedings. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 20)
February 14, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises Again After No Winner in February 13 Drawing: The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to an estimated $385 million after no ticket matched all six numbers in the February 13 drawing. The winning numbers drawn that night were 5, 25, 30, 36, 68, with a Mega Ball of 6. While some prizes are awarded for partial matches, the top prize remains unclaimed and the next drawing is scheduled for Friday at 10 p.m. Central Time. Participants can continue to check official sources for updates on winners and prize details. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 14)
February 7, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Grows to $346 Million After No Winner in Recent Drawing: The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has increased to an estimated $346 million after no ticket matched all six numbers in the latest drawing held on February 6. The winning numbers for that drawing were 5, 11, 22, 25, 69, with a Mega Ball of 21. Drawings for the Mega Millions game occur every Tuesday and Friday evening. As a result of no grand prize winner, the next drawing offers a cash option of approximately $156.1 million. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 7)
January 31, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises After No Winner in January 30 Drawing: No ticket matched all six numbers in the Mega Millions drawing held on Tuesday, January 30. As a result, the jackpot has increased to an estimated $303 million for the upcoming drawing, with a cash option of $136.7 million. The next drawing is scheduled for Friday at 10 p.m. Central Time, continuing the twice-weekly schedule. Players can check official resources for a complete breakdown of prize amounts and drawing details. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 31)
January 27, 2026
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Examining the Balance Between State and Federal Rights in U.S. History: Retired Rye City Court Judge Joe Latwin discusses the longstanding tension between state and federal authority in this entry of his ongoing series. He highlights how the U.S. Constitution's Supremacy Clause establishes federal law as the highest authority but notes that these laws must remain within the powers granted by the Constitution. Latwin also touches on limitations imposed by the Bill of Rights and the ongoing relevance of the Tenth Amendment. This analysis provides historical context to ongoing debates over government power. (Source: MyRye.com on Jan 27)
January 24, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Grows After No Winner in January 23 Drawing: The Mega Millions jackpot increased after no ticket matched all six numbers in the January 23 drawing. Tuesday's winning numbers were 8, 47, 50, 56, 70, and the Mega Ball was 12. With no jackpot winner, the prize is now estimated at $266 million with a cash option of $120.8 million for the next drawing. Mega Millions drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday evening. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 24)
January 17, 2026
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No Jackpot Winner in Latest Mega Millions Drawing, Prize Rises to $230 Million: The Mega Millions jackpot remains unclaimed following the drawing held on January 16, 2025. None of the tickets matched all six numbers needed to win the top prize, which now increases to an estimated $230 million with a cash value of $105.1 million. The winning numbers from Tuesday night were 16, 40, 56, 64, 66, and the Mega Ball number was 4. The next drawing is scheduled for Friday evening, offering players another chance at the growing jackpot. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 17)
January 9, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Grows After No Winner in January 9 Drawing: The Mega Millions lottery jackpot continues to increase after no ticket matched all six numbers in the January 9 drawing, which had a top prize of $199 million and a cash option of $90.5 million. The winning numbers were 9, 39, 47, 58, 68, and the Mega Ball was 24. The next opportunity for players will be at the upcoming drawing, with the jackpot amount rolling over. Lottery drawings are held twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 p.m. Central Time. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 9)
January 3, 2026
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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises as No Winner in January 2 Drawing: The Mega Millions jackpot has increased after no ticket matched all six numbers in the January 2 drawing. The top prize now stands at an estimated $157 million, with a cash option of $72 million. Winning numbers from the recent drawing included 18, 43, 49, 63, 69, and Mega Ball 6, while results for prize claims are pending. Drawings take place twice weekly, offering players a chance to win substantial prizes. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 3)
December 27, 2025
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Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs After No Winner in December 26 Drawing: The Mega Millions lottery jackpot increased after no ticket matched all six numbers in the most recent drawing held on December 26. The top prize has now risen to an estimated $125 million, with a cash payout option of $56.9 million offered. Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at around 10 p.m. Central Time. Details on prize amounts and future draws are available through the official Mega Millions channels. (Source: Journal & Courier on Dec 27)
December 17, 2025
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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises as No Winner in December 16 Drawing: The Mega Millions jackpot has increased following the December 16 drawing, as no ticket matched all six numbers. The estimated prize now stands at $80 million, with a cash option of $36.2 million. Winning numbers for this draw included 10, 50, 55, 58, 59 and Mega Ball 5. Mega Millions drawings take place twice a week, with prizes awarded for matching various combinations, though the grand prize requires matching all five numbers plus the Mega Ball. (Source: Journal & Courier on Dec 17)
November 28, 2025
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No Top Prize Winner in Nov. 28 Mega Millions Drawing, Jackpot Rises: The Mega Millions lottery jackpot increased after no ticket matched all six numbers in the Friday, November 28, 2025, drawing. The estimated jackpot for that evening was $80 million, with a cash payout option of $36.9 million. Players can win smaller prizes by matching the Mega Ball or combinations of numbers, but no new millionaire was created during the latest draw. The next opportunity for local residents to participate will be in the upcoming scheduled drawing. (Source: Journal & Courier on Nov 28)
November 22, 2025
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Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $60 Million After No Winner in Nov. 21 Drawing: The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has increased to an estimated $60 million after no ticket matched all six numbers in the most recent drawing on November 21, 2025. The cash option for the prize stands at $27.7 million. Regular drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. Central Time. Winners must match at least the Mega Ball to receive a prize, with the jackpot continuing to grow until there is a winner. (Source: Journal & Courier on Nov 22)
November 3, 2025
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Stamford Museum Showcases Planetary Science-Inspired Quilt Exhibit: The Stamford Museum & Nature Center is hosting an exhibit titled "Fierce Planets," where quilts serve as a medium to explore planetary science. The exhibition features 42 textile works by artists from 11 countries, inspired by research from Johns Hopkins University’s Wavelengths program and planetary scientist Sabine Stanley. Open from September 25 through January 5, 2026, the show blends art and science in a 2,200-square-foot gallery. Weekly curator-led tours are available until December 18 at the museum. (Source: Rye Record on Nov 3)