Mega Millions rises to $1 billion on Christmas Eve

The Mega Millions Jackpot has risen to about $1 billion.

The next drawing is scheduled for tonight, right before WXXV News 25 at 10 PM.

So far, this jackpot is still the sixth highest in the game’s history, with the next largest jackpot won being $1.13 billion in March 2024.

You can watch the drawing ahead of the 10 PM newscast, tune in to the Gulf Coast’s lottery station.