Two lucky Powerball players in California have each won more than $600,000 following the latest drawing, as anticipation grows for the upcoming $570 million jackpot. The California Lottery confirmed late Saturday that both winning tickets matched five numbers but missed the Powerball, resulting in individual prizes of $609,497.
Where the Winning Tickets Were Sold
According to state lottery officials, the two tickets were bought at different locations in Northern California:
• A Rotten Robbie convenience store in San Jose
• One Stop Liquor in Pacheco
Both retailers are expected to receive bonuses for selling winning tickets, though the California Lottery has not yet released additional details about the winners.
Winning Numbers for the November 15 Drawing
The drawing for the previous jackpot, estimated at $546 million, took place on November 15. The winning numbers were:
6, 7, 12, 47, 53
Powerball: 21
No ticket matched all six numbers, allowing the jackpot to climb again. The next Powerball drawing, now worth at least $570 million, is scheduled for Monday, November 17 at 8 p.m. PT.
What Winners Typically Receive After Taxes
For jackpot players, the biggest question after winning is how much money they will actually take home. Lottery payouts depend on several factors, particularly whether the winner chooses a lump sum payment or the annuity option.
Powerball’s annuity works similarly to Mega Millions: winners receive one immediate payment followed by 29 annual installments. Taxes can greatly affect the final amount, especially since federal withholding applies and state taxes vary depending on where the winner lives.
California does not tax lottery winnings, giving residents an advantage over players in most other states. However, federal taxes still apply to all Powerball prizes, regardless of the payout method selected.
Growing Excitement Ahead of the Next Drawing
With the jackpot now approaching the $600 million mark, Powerball fever continues to build across the country. Millions of players are expected to participate in the next drawing as retailers and lottery officials prepare for another surge in ticket sales.
The California Lottery has not yet identified the individuals who won the latest $600,000 prizes, and it remains unclear whether they have come forward. For now, the excitement shifts to Monday night’s high-stakes draw, where one ticket could be worth an extraordinary life-changing sum.
