Lucky player hits $14.6M Lotto jackpot, Illinois Lottery says

Friday, September 19, 2025
CHICAGO (WLS) -- A lucky player broke records after winning $14.6 million in the Lotto jackpot, Illinois Lottery said.



"I started playing Lotto in January last year, and it quickly became my favorite game," said the winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous under the name "East St. Louis Lotto Winner."

An Illinois Lottery player, nicknamed "East St. Louis Lotto Winner," recently claimed the $14.6 million Lotto jackpot while choosing to remain anonymous.

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The ticket was purchased at Crown Mart, located at 306 E Broadway in East Saint Louis, Illinois.



The winning numbers were 5-9-14-18-22-23 in the August 25 Lotto drawing.

"I just want to take care of my family, get a nice house, and drive a Lexus," the winner shared with a smile. "Paris is on my list too! I'm looking forward to sightseeing and taking it all in... My granddaughters' future is my priority and I'm using this prize money to support their education and dreams."

Illinois Lottery said this was the biggest Lotto jackpot win this year.

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