The Rhode Island Lottery released the results for its Aug. 1, 2026 drawings, handing out winning number sequences for Powerball, Wild Money, Millionaire for Life and the daily Numbers games. For anyone clutching a quick-pick slip this morning, here are the exact combinations to check — and the practical steps you need to take if you find a winner in your pocket.
Latest winning combinations
Wednesday night’s Powerball produced the following set of numbers: 06, 17, 27, 48, 50, with a Powerball of 05 and a Power Play of 3. Wild Money, a tri-weekly draw, came up 05, 10, 15, 22, 33 with an Extra of 08. The Millionaire for Life game recorded 15, 18, 31, 32, 47 with a Bonus number of 01.
| Game | Winning Numbers | Extras |
|---|---|---|
| Powerball | 06, 17, 27, 48, 50 | Powerball: 05 • Power Play: 3 |
| Wild Money | 05, 10, 15, 22, 33 | Extra: 08 |
| Millionaire for Life | 15, 18, 31, 32, 47 | Bonus: 01 |
Daily Numbers results and where to check
The Rhode Island Lottery also posts its daily Numbers drawings. For Aug. 1, the midday Numbers sequence was 6-9-0-9 and the evening Numbers were 0-3-1-3. The Lottery’s results page is updated automatically and remains the fastest way to compare tickets; retailers and the official Lottery office also have the same information.
- Prizes under $600: Can be redeemed at any authorized Rhode Island Lottery retailer.
- Prizes $600 and above: Must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston.
- Jackpot payment options: Mega Millions and Powerball winners have 60 days to choose a cash lump sum or annuity paid over 30 graduated annual installments.
- Millionaire for Life: Top and second-tier winners can take 20 years of annual payments or opt for a lump-sum cash payout.
Drawing schedule and timing
For regular players who like to plan their evenings around the drum of numbered balls, here’s the Rhode Island schedule to keep on your fridge:
- Powerball: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday draws at 10:59 p.m. ET.
- Mega Millions: Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 p.m. ET.
- Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:30 p.m. ET.
- Millionaire for Life: Daily at 11:15 p.m. ET.
- Numbers (Midday): Daily at 1:30 p.m. ET; Numbers (Evening): Daily at 7:29 p.m. ET.
- Wild Money: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7:29 p.m. ET.
How to claim and what to bring
Small wins are convenient. If your prize is less than $600, a quick stop at any Rhode Island Lottery retailer will do. If you’re fortunate enough to have a larger payout, head to Lottery Headquarters in Cranston. Bring the signed winning ticket, a government-issued photo ID and, if applicable, tax forms or documentation required for prize payout. The Lottery’s website provides downloadable claim forms and additional instructions for corporate winners, estate claims, or if the ticket is lost or damaged.
Remember: keep the ticket in a safe, dry place. Don’t let strangers “help” you claim the prize, and consider consulting a lawyer and tax advisor before making big financial decisions — the state requires withholding and federal taxes can be substantial on large wins.
Where this matters locally
Lottery results are lightweight news with heavyweight consequences: a small win can pay off a utility bill or a mortgage, a big one can reshape a life. The Rhode Island Lottery helps fund state programs, so the ticket you buy is also a small contribution to public coffers. For players in and around Providence, Cranston and the South County communities, tonight’s draws are a reminder to double-check those slips before the close of business.
Any changes to payout rules or the drawing schedule are posted by the Lottery and reflected immediately on their official results page. For now, check your ticket, keep your number of fingers crossed reasonable, and don’t throw away a potentially life-changing scrap of paper over a bad cup of coffee.
