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US Mega Millions Lottery Jackpot Swells to $868 Million

The U.S. Mega Millions lottery jackpot swelled to $868 million, the second largest in U.S. history, after no winning ticket emerged in Tuesday night's drawing. The Mega Millions jackpot rose from $667 million after no one had the six numbers drawn Tuesday, extending a winless streak for the top prize that has lasted since July. The next drawing is Friday night. The lottery prize is the largest ever for Mega Millions and the country's second highest on record, trailing a $1.586...

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