It’s far from the record jackpot territory of $2 billion, though it’s still among the higher lottery prize amounts to date. But for Adam Osmond, any jackpot fervor only serves as a reminder of the dark side of lotteries.

Grant Hardin, a one-time police chief, evaded authorities for more than 10 days in the rocky terrain and dense vegetation of rural northwest Arkansas. His prison escape plan, hatched over several months, included Sharpie markers and a handmade badge.

Past winners, including winning Powerball numbers Aug. 18, 2025, can help you narrow the numbers you choose for Wednesday's drawing.

The jackpot may be advertised at an estimated $643 million, but you’ll take home far less if you’re lucky enough to win.

One Warren County resident is now $150,000 richer after purchasing a Powerball ticket. On Tuesday, August 19, the Pennsylvania Lottery announced that a winning Powerball ticket worth $150,000 was sold online to a player in Warren County for the Monday,