Mega Millions raises jackpot minimum to $50 million, adjusts ticket price

COLUMBUS, Ohio ( WCMH ) — One of the most popular national lottery games is about to debut an overhauled structure, changing how it is played and how much it will cost to buy a ticket.

Mega Millions officials announced in a news release that the new rules will be rolled out on April 5, after revealing changes would be coming last October. Key updates include higher jackpots and improved odds of winning.

The game will begin with a $50 million jackpot, up from its current starting point of $20 million. With the addition of a more expensive ticket price, jackpots are expected to grow higher in less time…

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