Win Big Anonymously? Illinois Lottery Says Yes, Iowa Says No as Powerball, Mega Millions Jackpots Soar Past $1 Billion

• Illinois lottery winners of $250k or more can request anonymity; Iowa winners' info is public under state law • Next Mega Millions jackpot estimated at $875 million; Powerball estimated at $645 million
• Lotteries advise winners to meet with an attorney and sign ticket before claiming prize • Powerball drawings held Mon/Wed/Sat; Mega Millions drawings Tues & Fri • Odds are 1 in 292 million for Powerball and 1 in 303 million for Mega Millions jackpot