Posted 4/7/2024, 4:41:00 AM
Powerball Drawing Delayed Due to Ticket Verification Issue
- $1.3 billion Powerball drawing delayed due to one jurisdiction needing more time to verify tickets
- Drawing was originally scheduled for 1059 PM ET on Saturday
- Powerball rules require all tickets be checked against two systems before drawing
- Delay occurred while one jurisdiction was completing pre-draw security procedures
- No indication when next drawing will occur, though they are typically Monday, Wednesday and Saturday