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The local convenience store.
ILLINOIS IS FULL OF WINNERS
Maria Christina from Chicago, IL
won $1,000 on
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Maria Christina from Chicago, IL
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Brian from Tinley Park, IL
won $5,000 on
$100,000 Crossword Blowout
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Linda from North Aurora, IL
won $1,000 on
Pick 3
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Linda from North Aurora, IL
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River from Beach Park, IL Wins $71,412 with FastPlay™ Illinois Jackpot
River decided to try a FastPlay game on the Illinois Lottery app on a whim – his first time ever playing the lottery – after his mother told him about the exciting games available.
He couldn’t believe it when he picked a random game, Illinois Jackpot – and won a staggering $71,412! He immediately shared the news with his mom, and both of them were just completely stunned.
Next thing you know, dreams began to form; home updates, a reliable work car, and a secure savings account were now within reach. River's random click had transformed his ordinary day into an extraordinary moment of joy and possibility.
Congratulations on this amazing win, River!
Mildred from Aurora Wins $5,000 on Pick 4
Mildred from Aurora claimed a $5,000 Pick 4 prize for matching the winning numbers 8-8-8-8 drawn on 3.17.23.
Mildred was “at work" when she found out she won and was "so surprised!”.
Congrats on a great win Mildred!
Featured Illinois Lottery Winners
Featured Illinois Lottery Winners
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I was shocked, and I told my gas station attendant. -
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Huntley Mobile on Route 47.
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I was really surprised and told my husband. -
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I play everywhere I go; you never know where your luck is at.
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My husband because he was in the room with me. -
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The corner store in my neighborhood.
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My brother, because we talk everyday -
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The Jewel store.
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I told my wife because she was in the room! -
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The BP gas station in my neighborhood.
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So surprised I told my brother. -
Tell us about your favorite Lottery Retailer.
It was a gas station that I stopped to fill up at.
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My sister, because we are close and both birthdays are in the same month. -
What are your favorite Illinois Lottery games to play?
Pick 3 and Pick 4
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My mother, she is my only person to tell. -
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My phone!
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I told my husband. -
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7-11 is my lucky store.
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One of my friends. -
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The local Speedway.
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My son, he plays too and never wins! -
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It's on Irving Park and Austin.
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My wife because she was with me. -
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7-11
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My wife because she is my partner! -
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7-11 in Skokie
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My daughter, she is always happy for me when I get good news. -
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I don’t have one; I play everywhere!
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My brother! -
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7-11 store
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Who was the first person you told that you won?
My best friend. -
Tell us about your favorite Lottery Retailer.
Great Place, Rockford Food and Liquor in Rockford!
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Who was the first person you told that you won?
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What are your favorite Illinois Lottery games to play?
Crossword and Lotto
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What do you plan to do with your prize money?
Save some for my son’s college education, but first, I’m going to treat my son to a video game system he’s been asking for.
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What is the first thing (no matter how big or small) that you plan to spend your money on?
Shoes, haha!
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How long did it take for the win to sink in?
Right away!
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What do you plan to do with your prize money?
Put it toward my daughter's college education.
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Why did you pick this lottery game?
I love playing Pick 4. I always use the same numbers.
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What is the first thing (no matter how big or small) that you plan to spend your money on?
A steak dinner for my husband and me!
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What advice would you give to other lottery players? Anything else you would like to add?
Just play for fun! I’m thankful I won.
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Where were you when you found out you'd won? What was your initial reaction?
I was still at the gas station where I’d bought the ticket. I was shocked!
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How long did it take for the win to sink in?
Just a few minutes!
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What is the first thing (no matter how big or small) that you plan to spend your money on?
I want to go on a trip to New York City.
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Why did you pick this lottery game?
I liked the look and style of the ticket.
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What do you plan to do with your prize money?
Go on a vacation to St. Maarten in the Caribbean!
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What do you plan to do with your prize money?
Go out for a great dinner.
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What do you plan to do with your prize money?
Get my degree! But first, buy flowers for my girlfriend.
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Why did you pick this lottery game?
It looked fun, and I like to try new lottery games.
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How long did it take for the win to sink in?
30 seconds!
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What is the first thing (no matter how big or small) that you plan to spend your money on?
Something nice for my grandkids.
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Where were you when you found out you'd won? What was your initial reaction?
I was at home. My kids and I were jumping up and down with excitement!
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Who was the first person you told that you won?
My wife. -
Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Mobile gas station -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
30 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Jordan's Food Beer & Wine (Calumet Park, IL) -
Who was the first person you told that you won?
My friend from work -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
20 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Conway Tobacco at 1155 W. Spring Street (South Elgin) -
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Buy a brand new fully loaded SUV. -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
10 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Meijer gas station at 1010 N. Kinzie Ave. -
Who was the first person you told that you won?
My wife, because it's THE wife. -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
Since I've been old enough (18) to buy tickets.
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Jewel Osco in Joliet -
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My sister -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
30 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Sam Food Mart at 1438 W 103rd St. -
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My wife -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
Over 5 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
BP gas station at 12701 S. Paulina in Calumet Park -
What do you plan to do with the money?
Update the house. -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
20 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Always a store close by my house -
Who was the first person you told that you won?
My wife -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
30 years
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Where did you buy your winning ticket?
Amoco at 2341 N Samson Way in Waukegan -
Who was the first person you told that you won?
My wife -
How long have you played the Illinois Lottery?
20 years