Across the United States, January 7, 2026, proved to be a day of anticipation and excitement for lottery players as multiple state lotteries announced their latest draw results. From South Dakota to Mississippi, Colorado to Washington, hopeful participants eagerly checked their tickets, dreaming of life-changing wins. The numbers are in, and for some, the journey from hopeful to winner may have just begun.
Let’s start with the Powerball, one of the country’s most widely played and recognized games. According to the South Dakota Lottery, the winning numbers for the January 7, 2026, Powerball drawing were 15, 28, 57, 58, and 63, with Powerball 23 and Power Play 2. These same numbers were drawn across other participating states, including Colorado and Washington, reflecting the multi-state nature of the game. The Colorado Lottery and the Washington Lottery both confirmed these results, ensuring that players from coast to coast were checking the very same combination.
But Powerball was not the only game drawing attention. The South Dakota Lottery also announced the Lucky For Life results: 05, 14, 15, 21, 39, with Lucky Ball 10. This draw game, which promises a steady income for winners, saw the same numbers reported by the Colorado Lottery. For those who favor regional games, South Dakota’s Dakota Cash numbers were 03, 16, 20, 32, and 34, while Lotto America’s draw resulted in 03, 18, 25, 45, 50, with Star Ball 04 and ASB 02.
Claiming a lottery prize can be as crucial as picking the winning numbers. In South Dakota, prizes of $100 or less can be claimed at any lottery retailer, making it easy for winners to collect their cash. For prizes over $101, the process requires a bit more paperwork. Winners must send a claim form and the signed ticket to the South Dakota Lottery’s office in Pierre, or, for major prizes such as jackpot-winning tickets, present themselves in person at the Lottery office. It’s a similar story in other states, though each has its own quirks and requirements.
In Mississippi, the Mississippi Lottery reported that the Match 5 winning numbers for January 7 were 17, 18, 21, 33, and 34. For the state’s popular Cash 3 and Cash 4 games, the midday and evening draws produced a flurry of numbers: Cash 3’s midday draw was 4, 3, 5 with FB 0, and the evening draw was 0, 8, 6 with FB 3. Cash 4’s midday draw came up 1, 5, 8, 2 with FB 0, and the evening 8, 2, 2, 1 with FB 3. The Cash Pop game, a newer addition, saw 05 drawn at midday and 01 in the evening.
Claiming a prize in Mississippi depends on the size of the win. Prizes up to $599 can be redeemed at any authorized retailer, while those between $600 and $99,999 require a trip to the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or a mail-in claim with proper identification and the original ticket. For the biggest wins—$100,000 or more—winners must show up in person at headquarters, armed with government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card. There’s an option for electronic funds transfer, making the process slightly less daunting for those lucky enough to win big. All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date, giving winners ample time to gather their documentation and nerves.
Meanwhile, in Colorado, the lottery scene was just as lively. The Colorado Lottery not only confirmed the Powerball results but also announced the Powerball Double Play numbers: 28, 41, 50, 61, 68 with Powerball 05. Pick 3’s midday numbers were 6, 0, 3, and the evening’s were 1, 4, 7. The Cash 5 game yielded 09, 13, 20, 24, 27. Lucky For Life, as mentioned, matched South Dakota’s numbers, and Colorado Lotto+ produced 02, 04, 05, 08, 29, 35, with the Plus draw showing 05, 07, 19, 24, 28, 33.
Colorado offers a modern twist for purchasing tickets. As reported by the Colorado Lottery, tickets can be bought in person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and even some airport terminals. For those who prefer digital convenience, the Jackpocket app allows users in Colorado and several other states to order tickets online, pick numbers, and even collect winnings—all from a phone or computer. Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier for the USA TODAY Network, but eligibility restrictions apply and it’s not affiliated with any state lottery. As always, responsible gaming is encouraged, with resources like 1-800-GAMBLER available for those who need them.
Washington state’s lottery players also had a full slate of results to digest. The Washington Lottery confirmed the Powerball numbers, matching those drawn in South Dakota and Colorado. The Cash Pop draw produced the number 10, while Pick 3 came up 1, 5, 2. Other games included Match 4 (03, 11, 20, 21), Hit 5 (07, 18, 20, 25, 26), Keno (with a whopping twenty numbers: 04, 05, 08, 13, 28, 32, 35, 39, 41, 44, 49, 50, 51, 54, 58, 59, 64, 69, 72, 73), and Lotto (01, 03, 12, 36, 40, 43). The Powerball Double Play, like in Colorado, delivered 28, 41, 50, 61, 68 with Powerball 05.
For Washington winners, prizes up to $600 can be claimed at any lottery retailer, while larger prizes require a mail-in claim or a visit to a regional office. Winners must sign their ticket, complete a claim form, and, for in-person claims, bring photo ID and a Social Security card. A voided check is optional for those who want direct deposit. The process is straightforward but thorough, designed to ensure that prizes end up in the right hands.
Each state runs its lottery on a slightly different schedule, keeping things interesting for enthusiasts who like to play multiple games. Powerball drawings are held three times a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday—at 9:59 p.m. Central Time in South Dakota and Colorado, and 7:59 p.m. Pacific Time in Washington. Mega Millions draws happen on Tuesday and Friday evenings. State-specific games like Cash 3, Cash 4, Match 5, and Cash Pop generally take place daily, with both midday and evening draws in Mississippi and Colorado, and evening draws in Washington. South Dakota’s Dakota Cash and Lotto America, as well as Colorado’s Cash 5 and Lotto+, add even more variety to the weekly calendar.
Lottery players across the country know the odds are long, but that doesn’t stop millions from playing, dreaming, and sometimes winning. For those who matched the right numbers on January 7, 2026, the next steps are clear: check your ticket, claim your prize, and maybe start thinking about what to do with a little—or a lot—of extra cash. For everyone else, there’s always the next draw, and the hope that lightning might strike next time.