News Summary
The Louisiana Lottery revealed the winning numbers for various games on August 26, 2025. Mega Millions numbers were 07, 12, 30, 40, and 69, with a Mega Ball of 17. The estimated jackpot for the next drawing is $202 million. Other games included Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5, with numerous winners across the state. Players are reminded to claim prizes responsibly and are provided information on how to do so, whether by mail or in person.
Baton Rouge – The Louisiana Lottery announced the winning numbers for various games on August 26, 2025, with exciting results reaching many players across the state. The Mega Millions winning numbers were 07, 12, 30, 40, and 69, with a Mega Ball of 17. The next Mega Millions drawing is projected to have an impressive jackpot of $202 million.
For those who participated in the state’s other games, the winning numbers for Pick 3 were 7, 6, and 2, while the Pick 4 numbers drawn were 0, 7, 0, and 6. Players of Pick 5 were thrilled with the numbers 2, 1, 5, 3, and 3.
Prizes for winners depend on the amount won. For players who win up to $600, tickets can be redeemed at any Louisiana Lottery retailer. In cases where winnings exceed this amount, players are required to submit their tickets either by mail or in person at the Louisiana Lottery offices. Claims for prizes over $5,000 must be made directly at a Lottery office.
To claim prizes by mail, winners should send their tickets in a single envelope to the following address:
Louisiana Lottery Headquarters
555 Laurel Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Players opting to claim prizes in person can visit the Louisiana Lottery headquarters, where they can also seek assistance by calling (225) 297-2000. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This week’s results also included a recap of the Powerball drawing held on August 25, 2025. The winning numbers were 16, 19, 34, 37, and 64, with the Powerball drawn as 22 and a Power Play of 3. Despite no jackpot winner from the Lotto game on Saturday, the jackpot currently stands at an estimated $875,000 for the next drawing.
Additionally, the Louisiana Lottery reported significant winnings in the Powerball game, including $100,000 won in Lake Charles, and $50,000 each in Chauvin and Kenner. Over the weekend, the Easy 5 game produced a notable winner from Jennings, who took home $190,000.
In terms of other draws, there were 17 tickets sold that each earned a prize of $100 in the Easy 5 game, showcasing that multiple players had a chance at winning. As excitement builds for the upcoming Mega Millions drawing, players are reminded that while lottery games can provide opportunities for winning, they also carry the risk of financial loss.
For those facing gambling-related issues, assistance is available by contacting the help line at 1-877-770-STOP (7867). Players are encouraged to approach lottery games responsibly and within their financial means.
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