United States January 6, 2016 5:36 pm With $500M Jackpot, Powerball Frenzy Grows Although you’re 300 times more likely to be struck by lightning than win tonight’s Powerball lottery, that did not stop millions from lining up Wednesday to buy a chance at the $500 million jackpot. US & World Videos 1:07 Britney Spears spotted as authorities respond to alleged hotel incident 2:15 Prince William and Kate Middleton ‘going through hell,' friend claims (report) 8:01 Lady Gaga's outfit changes, Rihanna's bold looks and more iconic Met Gala moments 2:48 Taylor Swift fans react to Jake Gyllenhaal and Sabrina Carpenter's ‘SNL' appearance 2:05 Whoopi Goldberg reveals who will inherit her fortune