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3 CT Brothers Split $2M Mega Millions Jackpot To Keep Mom Happy
Three Connecticut brothers are celebrating a massive win after claiming a $2 million Mega Millions prize.
The trio hit big on a ticket bought at Stop & Shop on Lake Avenue Extension in Danbury, according to the Connecticut Lottery. The $5 quick pick matched all five white balls from the Oct. 24 drawing — 11, 18, 31, 51, and 56.
Because of a 2X multiplier, their $1 million prize doubled to $2 million.
The brothers, who are from New Milford, Brookfield, and Salem, Massachusetts, walked away with roughly $666,666 after splitting the winnings three ways. They told Connecticut Lottery …
Revamped Mega Millions Game Promises Better Odds, Boosted Prizes: Here's What's New
An updated Mega Millions game is set to launch with bigger prizes, better odds, and a higher starting jackpot of $50 million.
Mega Millions announced the first major change to the game since 2017 in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25. The first drawing under the new structure will take place at 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Apr. 8.
The lottery game said the changes aim to bring higher non-jackpot payouts, improved odds, and faster-growing prizes.
"Beyond big jackpots, players told us they want bigger non-jackpot prizes and that's exactly what this new game delivers," said Joshua Johnson, l…
