Mega Millions jackpot swells to $825 million

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — No one hit the big prize Tuesday night growing the Mega Millions jackpot to $825 million. Tuesday’s winning numbers were 56, 66, 67, 68, 69 and the gold Mega Ball 18.

The next drawing will be 11 p.m. Friday on Action News Jax. Here’s a link to check the winning Mega Millions numbers and results from all of your favorite Florida Lottery games.

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If there’s a lucky winner in Friday’s drawing, they can choose between receiving the $825 million in annual payments for 30 years, or a lump sum cash payout of $382 million. Most winners always take the cash option.

The Mega Millions odds are 1 in 302.6 million. Winners can choose an annuity with annual payments over 29 years, but most almost always take the cash option.

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