The odds of winning the Powerball are a dismal 1 in 292,201,338. Still, millions of people take a shot at a dream three times a week and play for a chance to match the numbers on the five white balls ...

ATLANTA — With a jackpot soaring up to $1.1 billion, millions of lottery players around the country will be anxiously watching the Powerball drawing tonight. Most, if they bought a ticket, will have ...