$20 million Mega Millions jackpot won in New York; see the Jan. 17 winning numbers

The Mega Millions jackpot has been won in back-to-back draws after being unclaimed for months.

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To win the $20 million jackpot in Tuesday's drawing, one ticket purchased in New York had to match all six numbers.

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The winner from Tuesday can also choose for the $10.6 million cash alternative.

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The $1,348 billion Mega Millions prize that was won in Maine on Friday is a far cry from this.

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For the drawing on Friday, the jackpot will remain at $20 million.

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A cash option of $237.3 million is available for the Powerball jackpot, which is currently at $439 million.

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No, a jackpot lottery winner won't give you money.

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At midnight on every Tuesday and Friday, Mega Millions drawings take place.At midnight on every Tuesday and Friday, Mega Millions drawings take place.

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