Big news  a resident of California won $1.76 billion Powerball lottery

Great news a resident of California won $1.76 billion Powerball lottery jackpot for the 2nd time

In an incredible stroke of luck, a resident of California has won the $1.76 billion Powerball lottery jackpot for the 2nd time in 2023

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This is the 14th time someone has won or shared the $1.76 billion Powerball jackpot in California

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The winner will choose between being paid $1.76 billion in 30 annually-increasing payments over 29 years or the lump-sum cash value of $774.1 million.

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Would you like to be the next billionaire know how to participate in the Powerball game, players can purchase a ticket for $2 per play

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Players must select 5 numbers ranging from 1 to 69 for the white balls, and 1 number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball in this unique game

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You can purchase tickets from gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets

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You can also order tickets online through Jack pocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. state

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The Jack pocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.

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