The winning numbers in Friday evening’s drawing of the "Mega Millions" game were:
03-22-34-54-61, Mega Ball: 8
(three, twenty-two, thirty-four, fifty-four, sixty-one, Mega Ball: eight)
Estimated jackpot: $296 million
NEWSAIThe 9/11 Memorial & Museum is launching a $75 million fundraising campaign to educate younger generations about the 2001 attacks. Mike Bloomberg pledged $25 million to match donations, aiming to create new exhibits and classroom materials.
NEWSAIMemorial Day, observed on the last Monday in May, officially honors fallen U.S. service members but has evolved into an unofficial start to summer, marked by travel and sales. Its origins trace back to the Civil War, with early observances like Decoration Day in 1868.
NEWSAIThe National Trust for Historic Preservation has named 11 endangered historic sites across the U.S. for 2026, coinciding with America's 250th anniversary. These sites, including Stonewall National Monument and the President's House Site, represent the nation's struggle for equality and will receive $25,000 grants.
BREAKINGAIThe winning numbers for Saturday's Powerball drawing were 08-37-40-44-65, with a Powerball of 18 and a Power Play of 3. The estimated jackpot was $89 million.
NEWSAIThe winning numbers for the Mega Millions lottery drawing on Friday, May 16, 2026, were 17-23-25-52-61, with a Mega Ball of 3. The estimated jackpot was $251 million.
NEWSAIIn Portland, Oregon, the Food Court 5000 group transforms mall walking into a vibrant, 80s-themed exercise and performance art event. Open to all ages and abilities, the group meets weekly at the Lloyd Center mall, which is set to close in August.
