Mega Millions Jackpot Is Over $500 Million
BOSTON (CBS) -- The Mega Millions jackpot is now over $500 million ahead of Tuesday's drawing.
The $512 million jackpot would dish out $303.4 million if the winner took the cash option.
This is the highest the sum has been since March when a $521 million ticket was sold in New Jersey.
The Powerball jackpot is also growing: Wednesday's drawing is for $147 million.
Mega Millions tickets are $2 each. To play in Tuesday's drawing, tickets must be purchased before 10:45 p.m. that night.
