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USA TODAY |
The price for Mega Millions tickets has more than doubled in price, now costing $5 per play.
Chicago Tribune |
The lottery is promoting several enhancements, including a “built-in multiplier,” “bigger jackpots and secondary prizes,” and “better odds to win jackpot.”
Charlotte Observer |
A lucky Powerball player in Illinois won $50,000, just missing the $66 million jackpot, lottery officials said.

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