The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $350 million, marking the second-largest prize of 2025 so far. With no winner in the previous drawing, excitement is building ahead of Saturday’s draw.

The Oregon Lottery Commission will consider proposed rules Friday that aim to crack down on questionable ticket sale practices, protect the integrity of its games, and safeguard its ability to sell and profit from Mega Millions and Powerball. The rules, which are subject to a public comment period before a formal vote this fall, would:

RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — The Powerball jackpot keeps on growing as it now stands at $325 million for Wednesday’s drawing. A winner could claim the jackpot as a $325 million annuity or $145.3 million in cash.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A lucky lottery player in the Midlands decided to donate part of their winnings to their church. The South Carolina Education Lottery said the winner bought a Powerball ticket earlier this month that won $100,000. The ticket was purchased at the Corner Pantry location on Sumter Highway in Camden.

Will there be a billion-dollar jackpot in summer 2025? Powerball drawings are at 11 pm ET every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, including holidays.