Massive lottery prizes in the US have become increasingly common in recent years, attributed to changes in game rules and higher ticket prices. Since 2016, more than 10 jackpots have exceeded $1 billion, including three in 2024 alone.
Lavin died in Los Angeles on Sunday of complications from recently discovered lung cancer, her representative, Bill Veloric, told The Associated Press in an email.
From the 49ers’ Super Bowl heartbreak to San Jose State’s volleyball firestorm to the death of baseball icons and the departure of the A’s, the last 12 months have been eventful for Bay Area fans.
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