Two tickets matched five numbers Friday night but no one has yet to win the jackpot, which will have $681 million up for grabs during next week’s drawing.
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The Mega Millions jackpot increased to $681 million after tickets failed to match all six numbers drawn Friday night, setting up the inevitable winner for hefty winnings that will be shaved down significantly after taxes.Key Facts
The would-be winner of the next draw could receive the $681 million prize money through 30 annual payouts, or a $336.1 million cash option.
If the winner selects the lump sum amount, the jackpot money will drop to about $255.4 million after federal tax withholdings of 24% are applied.
