In 2006 the Illinois Lottery launched the first Instant Lottery ticket in the country that designated 100 percent of its profits toward organizations that support veterans in Illinois.

OSWEGO, Ill. — A grandfather from southwest suburban Montgomery won the $200,000 grand prize on a Illinois Lottery scratch-off ticket. Clarence Neuenkirchen purchased the winning 7X Bingo Multiplier ...

A grandfather won a lottery jackpot, but his wife’s celebration caused him a mild panic, Illinois officials say. As is the case for most lottery winners, Clarence Neuenkirchen scored his big windfall ...

Inspired to play the lottery by his dad, a Virginia man purchased a $5 ticket, officials said. It led to a big prize — and praise for his father. Curtis Whitehead won a $100,000 top prize from a Bingo ...

The Illinois Lottery is nationally recognized for its pioneering work with specialty lottery tickets dedicated to raising awareness and funding for specific worthy causes that impact local communities ...