https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/1-04b-powerball-winner-comes-forward-in-illinoisContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/1-04b-powerball-winner-comes-forward-in-illinoishttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/1-04b-powerball-winner-comes-forward-in-illinois#u72077Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:25:22 +0000An Illinois lottery player has claimed a $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot. The winning ticket was a $2 quick pick sold in Quincy. While the winner has come forward to the Illinois Lottery, they have chosen to remain anonymous. The winner stated they are still processing their luck and have felt a full range of emotions since the win occurred one month ago.Why it mattersPowerball jackpots of this magnitude are rare and often remain unclaimed for weeks. This claim resolves the mystery of who held the winning ticket for one of the largest prizes in lottery history.What is confirmedAn Illinois play