The Powerball jackpot has reached a staggering $66 million for the drawing on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, after no one claimed the top prize during the previous drawing on May 5. With a cash option of $30.5 million, this latest jackpot has captured the attention of hopeful players across the nation.
According to the official Powerball website, the winning numbers for the May 7 drawing are 14, 15, 30, 40, 59, with the Powerball being 20 and a Power Play multiplier of 3x. Unfortunately, no one won the jackpot or the secondary prizes in the last drawing, which has further fueled excitement for the upcoming draw.
The Powerball drawing occurs three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Players can buy tickets until 10 p.m. in New York, while the deadline is slightly earlier at 9:45 p.m. in New Jersey. Tickets cost $2 each, but players can opt for the Power Play feature for an additional dollar, which can multiply non-jackpot winnings significantly.
For those unfamiliar with the game, to win the Powerball jackpot, players must match all five white balls and the red Powerball. The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 1 in 292.2 million, making it a long shot, but the allure of life-changing sums of money keeps players coming back.
The excitement doesn't stop with Powerball; the Mega Millions jackpot currently stands at $100 million, presenting another opportunity for those looking to strike it rich. The last Powerball jackpot win occurred on April 26, when a single ticket in Kentucky won $167.3 million. This win was part of a series of substantial jackpots this year, including a record-breaking $328.5 million win in Oregon on January 18 and a $527 million win on March 29.
Powerball's history is filled with remarkable jackpots, with the largest recorded win being an astonishing $2.04 billion on November 7, 2022. Other notable jackpots include $1.765 billion in October 2023 and $1.586 billion in January 2016, which was shared among three winners from California, Florida, and Tennessee.
As the anticipation builds for the next drawing on Saturday, May 10, players are reminded to check their tickets carefully. The process of playing Powerball is straightforward: select five numbers from a pool of 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. If you're unsure about your choices, the Quick Pick option allows players to let the computer generate random numbers.
For those eager to watch the drawing live, it is broadcast on the official lottery website, and may also be available on local television stations, depending on the viewer's location. The thrill of seeing those numbers drawn live adds an extra layer of excitement for many players.
In summary, the Powerball continues to capture the imaginations of millions with its enticing jackpots and the dream of instant wealth. As the next drawing approaches, many will be hoping that their ticket could be the one that changes their lives forever. So, will you be the next big winner? Grab your ticket and join in the excitement!
