#texas-lottery
Frisco Resident Wins $2 Million Powerball Prize from July 9 Drawing
A Frisco resident is celebrating a $2 million Powerball win from the July 9, 2025, drawing. The lucky winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, purchased the second-tier winning ticket at Walmart Supercenter #5866, located at 8555 Preston Road in Frisco. The winning ticket matched all five white ball numbers (5-9-25-28-69), but did not match the red Powerball number (5). However, the prize was multiplied to $2 milli
Frisco Resident Wins $2 Million Powerball Prize from July 9 Drawing
A Frisco resident is celebrating a $2 million Powerball win from the July 9, 2025, drawing. The lucky winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, purchased the second-tier winning ticket at Walmart Supercenter #5866, located at 8555 Preston Road in Frisco. The winning ticket matched all five white ball numbers (5-9-25-28-69), but did not match the red Powerball number (5). However, the prize was multiplied to $2 milli
Texas Senate Votes to shut down Lottery Commission
In a major legislative move, the Texas Senate has approved a bill to shut down the Texas Lottery Commission, potentially bringing dramatic changes to how the state’s lottery is managed. The bill now heads to the Texas House for further consideration. The decision follows months of controversy surrounding the use of online ticket sales and third-party courier services. Critics raised concerns about regulatory loopholes and lack of oversight, prompting Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and other lawma
Texas Senate Votes to shut down Lottery Commission
In a major legislative move, the Texas Senate has approved a bill to shut down the Texas Lottery Commission, potentially bringing dramatic changes to how the state’s lottery is managed. The bill now heads to the Texas House for further consideration. The decision follows months of controversy surrounding the use of online ticket sales and third-party courier services. Critics raised concerns about regulatory loopholes and lack of oversight, prompting Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and other lawma
Texas Senate Bill Aims to Reform Lottery with New Oversight
In a critical move to reform the Texas Lottery, a new Senate bill filed by Senator Bob Hall could provide the much-needed lifeline to an increasingly scrutinized institution. Senate Bill 3070, introduced at the tail end of the Senate session, seeks to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission and place oversight of the state-run lottery under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This bold step aims to address concerns raised over illegal activities and enhance accountability within th
Texas Senate Bill Aims to Reform Lottery with New Oversight
In a critical move to reform the Texas Lottery, a new Senate bill filed by Senator Bob Hall could provide the much-needed lifeline to an increasingly scrutinized institution. Senate Bill 3070, introduced at the tail end of the Senate session, seeks to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission and place oversight of the state-run lottery under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This bold step aims to address concerns raised over illegal activities and enhance accountability within th
Texas House Debates Budget: Paxton Backpay, Immigration Costs, and Lottery Funding
In a series of intense deliberations, the Texas House of Representatives has embarked on finalizing the state's budget, with debates centering around Attorney General Ken Paxton's backpay, healthcare costs associated with undocumented immigrants, and the future of the Texas Lottery. The budget process, typically procedural, took an unexpected turn when discussions arose about compensating AG Ken Paxton for the period he was suspended during his impeachment proceedings in 2023. Represe
Texas House Debates Budget: Paxton Backpay, Immigration Costs, and Lottery Funding
In a series of intense deliberations, the Texas House of Representatives has embarked on finalizing the state's budget, with debates centering around Attorney General Ken Paxton's backpay, healthcare costs associated with undocumented immigrants, and the future of the Texas Lottery. The budget process, typically procedural, took an unexpected turn when discussions arose about compensating AG Ken Paxton for the period he was suspended during his impeachment proceedings in 2023. Represe
Texas Lottery Investigation and Key Legislative Battles Unfold
The Texas legislative session is heating up with several high-profile issues, including the future of the Texas Lottery Commission, school choice policies, budget reforms, and controversial bills on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The discussions have sparked debate over gambling laws, education funding, and government spending. The Texas Lottery Under Scrutiny
Texas Lottery Investigation and Key Legislative Battles Unfold
The Texas legislative session is heating up with several high-profile issues, including the future of the Texas Lottery Commission, school choice policies, budget reforms, and controversial bills on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The discussions have sparked debate over gambling laws, education funding, and government spending. The Texas Lottery Under Scrutiny









