On September 24, 2025, lottery players across the United States eagerly awaited the results of a fresh round of drawings, each with hopes of striking it rich. From California to Mississippi, and from South Dakota to Colorado and New Mexico, the nation’s state lotteries released a bevy of winning numbers, drawing in dreamers from every walk of life. Whether it was the allure of the Powerball jackpot, the daily rhythm of Pick 3 and Pick 4, or the regional favorites like Dakota Cash and Roadrunner Cash, the country was abuzz with the possibility of overnight fortune.
The Powerball drawing, a staple in multiple states, set the stage for much of this excitement. According to the South Dakota Lottery, the winning Powerball numbers for September 24 were 15, 31, 45, 49, and 53, with the Powerball number 19 and a Power Play of 3. These numbers were echoed by lotteries in Colorado, California, and New Mexico, each reporting the same set of winning digits. For those who play Powerball Double Play, the Colorado and New Mexico lotteries reported that the winning numbers were 10, 21, 23, 30, and 56, with the Powerball number 25.
But Powerball wasn’t the only game in town. The Mississippi Lottery offered its own suite of draws, with Match 5, Cash 3, Cash 4, and Cash Pop all taking center stage on September 24. The Match 5 numbers were 06, 10, 27, 33, and 35. For Cash 3, the midday numbers were 0-3-1 with a Fireball (FB) of 5, while the evening numbers were 9-5-5 with an FB of 7. Cash 4 provided midday numbers of 7-0-9-6 (FB 5) and evening numbers of 7-1-4-4 (FB 7). Cash Pop, a newer and fast-paced game, drew 06 for midday and 09 for the evening. As the Mississippi Lottery clarified, these games are drawn daily, with Cash 3 and Cash 4 taking place at 2:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. CT, and Match 5 and Cash Pop at 9:30 p.m. CT.
Meanwhile, in South Dakota, players had their eyes on a range of games. The South Dakota Lottery reported the Lucky For Life numbers as 03, 26, 29, 40, 45 with a Lucky Ball of 03. Lotto America, another multi-state favorite, yielded 06, 24, 27, 35, and 46, with Star Ball 02 and All Star Bonus (ASB) 05. Dakota Cash, a state-specific draw, produced the numbers 05, 06, 11, 13, and 30. South Dakota’s schedule is set: Powerball at 9:59 p.m. CT on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays; Mega Millions at 10 p.m. CT on Tuesdays and Fridays; Lucky For Life daily at 9:38 p.m. CT; Lotto America at 9:15 p.m. CT on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays; and Dakota Cash at 9 p.m. CT on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Colorado’s lottery scene was equally lively. According to the Colorado Lottery, in addition to the Powerball and Powerball Double Play numbers, Pick 3 delivered 9-1-2 for midday and 1-2-2 for the evening. Cash 5 came up with 02, 06, 20, 21, and 32. Lucky For Life, a game shared with other states, mirrored South Dakota’s results. The Colorado Lotto+ numbers were 04, 05, 10, 24, 27, and 37, while the Plus variant gave 05, 06, 12, 14, 15, and 34. Tickets for these games are available at local retailers—gas stations, convenience stores, and even some airport terminals—or online via the Jackpocket app, which, as the Colorado Lottery notes, is the official digital lottery courier for the USA TODAY Network in select states and territories.
Over on the West Coast, the California Lottery had its own slate of draws. Besides Powerball, players could try their luck with Daily 3 (midday: 1-9-2; evening: 2-5-6), Daily Derby (1st: Money Bags 11, 2nd: Hot Shot 3, 3rd: Solid Gold 10, with a race time of 1:41.58), Fantasy 5 (11, 25, 26, 33, 35), Daily 4 (4-9-3-5), and SuperLotto Plus (23, 26, 30, 39, 42, with Mega Ball 13). These games run on regular schedules, providing Californians with plenty of chances to win big or small every day.
New Mexico’s lottery players also had a full menu. The New Mexico Lottery reported Pick 3 Day numbers of 8-9-6 and evening numbers of 9-0-4. Pick 4 offered evening numbers of 1-2-5-6 and day numbers of 7-6-0-5. Roadrunner Cash, a local favorite, drew 04, 06, 11, 13, and 29. Lotto America and Powerball Double Play results matched those from South Dakota and Colorado, reflecting the multi-state nature of these games.
For all these states, the process of claiming winnings is as important as the games themselves. The South Dakota Lottery outlines that prizes of $100 or less can be redeemed at any lottery retailer, while prizes of $101 or more must be claimed from the Lottery directly—either by mail or, for larger jackpots, in person at the Lottery office in Pierre. Similarly, the Mississippi Lottery allows winnings of $599 or less to be claimed at authorized retailers, while prizes between $600 and $99,999 require a trip to headquarters or a mail-in claim. For prizes of $100,000 or more, winners must appear in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters in Flowood, bringing proper identification and the original ticket. Prizes in Mississippi must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date, a policy designed to ensure timely and secure distribution of winnings.
Colorado, as reported by the Colorado Lottery, offers both in-person and online ticket purchases, a nod to the growing popularity of digital platforms. The Jackpocket app, which operates in several states, allows players to select their games, purchase tickets, and even collect winnings using their phones or computers. Of course, responsible gambling is emphasized, with hotlines and age restrictions clearly stated for all participants.
While the odds of winning a major jackpot remain slim, the excitement generated by these daily and weekly drawings is undeniable. Each state’s lottery not only provides entertainment and the possibility of life-changing wealth but also supports public programs through the funds generated from ticket sales. Whether it’s the anticipation of a Powerball drawing or the quick thrill of a Pick 3 game, lottery fever continues to sweep the nation, bringing with it stories of hope, suspense, and—every now and then—a lucky winner who gets to take home the big prize.
With each new drawing, another chapter is written in America’s ongoing love affair with the lottery. For now, players can check their tickets, dream a little, and get ready for the next round—because as every lottery fan knows, you can’t win if you don’t play.