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A lucky ticket sold at an E&C gas station in Burgess, Virginia, has won the record-breaking Mega Millions jackpot of $348 million in the June 27 drawing, according to the Mega Millions website. The winning numbers were 18, 21, 29, 42, 50, and Mega Ball 2. This win marks the first Mega Millions jackpot victory since April 18 and the largest single prize awarded in Virginia Lottery history, as reported by WDBJ7. The cash option for the winner stands at $155.5 million. Virginia Lottery officials noted that this is the 10th Mega Millions grand prize claimed in the state since the game's inception in 2002. The prize remains unclaimed, with the ticket holder having 180 days from the drawing date to collect their earnings. For those in Virginia who purchased tickets at the E&C gas station, located at 14878 Northumberland Highway, there is still hope to check their tickets for the life-changing prize. The odds of winning such a jackpot are approximately 1 in 290,472,336. The next drawing is set to take place on Tuesday, with a starting jackpot of $50 million.

A pregnant brain-dead woman in Georgia, Adriana Smith, was taken off life support after giving birth to a premature baby boy, named Chance, on June 13, 2025. Officials reported that Chance weighs approximately 1.4 pounds (0.635 kg) and is currently in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The case gained national attention amid ongoing debates about abortion access following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, which had previously protected abortion rights. Georgia's strict "heartbeat" law restricts abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, complicating medical decisions for cases like Smith's. According to her mother, April Newkirk, the family's choice regarding Smith's pregnancy was severely limited due to these restrictions. Three Democratic congresswomen, Nikema Williams, Ayanna Pressley, and Sara Jacobs, have called for better protections for pregnant women, particularly addressing systemic medical neglect and anti-abortion laws that disproportionately affect Black women. They emphasized the uncertainty faced by families and healthcare providers under the current legal framework.

A newborn baby was rescued in Phoenix after being discovered alongside the body of its deceased mother, who had reportedly been dead for several days. The Phoenix Police Department conducted a wellness check on May 14, 2025, after neighbors expressed concerns about the lack of activity in the apartment. Upon arrival, officers found the baby severely dehydrated and malnourished, but miraculously alive. Bodycam footage shows one officer exclaiming, "The baby's here, dude. And the baby's still alive." Following immediate medical attention, the baby is expected to make a full recovery. Police are currently investigating the cause and manner of the mother's death, with the Medical Examiner's office involved. The Department of Child Safety has also been brought in to ensure the infant's well-being. Sergeant Brian Bower commended the neighbors for their vigilance, noting that had they not called for help, the outcome could have been tragic. Social media users have highlighted the importance of community awareness and support in preventing such isolated tragedies.