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Who is the Mega Millions winner? Illinois $349 million jackpot still unclaimed

A $349 million Mega Millions' jackpot in Illinois remains unclaimed, leaving the community in suspense as the lucky winner has yet to come forward. 

The winning ticket was purchased at Casey’s General Store in Cortland, Illinois, for the March 25 drawing. Photo: CNN
The winning ticket was purchased at Casey’s General Store in Cortland, Illinois, for the March 25 drawing. Photo: CNN

A life-changing prize worth $349 million is still up for grabs in Illinois, but the winner has yet to come forward. The Mega Millions jackpot, which was drawn on March 25, has the community buzzing with excitement.

The winning ticket was purchased at a local store, and while the identity of the lucky winner remains a mystery, the clock is ticking for them to claim their prize.

Who is the Mega Millions Illinois lucky winner?

An unclaimed Mega Millions' jackpot of $349 million remains in Illinois. The winning ticket was bought at Casey’s General Store, located at 70 S. Somonauk Road in Cortland, for the March 25 drawing.

The Illinois Lottery is eagerly waiting for the ticket holder to claim their life-changing prize. But the big question remains—who is the lucky winner?

“It’s the talk of the town, and the store is still buzzing with excitement,” said Kim Shaw, Casey’s District Manager. “This is the largest jackpot-winning ticket our store has ever sold. We’re thrilled for the winner, and selfishly, we hope it’s one of our regular customers—keeping the winnings local would make it even more special.”

Casey’s General Store will receive a $500,000 cash bonus for selling the winning ticket.

According to the Illinois Lottery, the winner has 12 months from the draw date to claim their prize.

To ensure their prize is secure, the winner should:

  • Sign the back of the ticket and keep it safe
  • Seek financial and legal advice
  • Call the Lottery Player Hotline at 1-800-252-1775 to arrange a private appointment to claim the prize

Meanwhile, players will have another opportunity to win in Friday night’s drawing, where the Mega Millions jackpot is estimated to be $43 million.

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