An Illinois resident won $500,000 in the state lottery, claiming the prize at a Speedway gas station.

A resident of Illinois has won $500,000 in the Illinois Lottery, claiming the prize at a local gas station. The winning ticket was purchased at a Speedway location in the state, though the winner’s identity has not been disclosed. The jackpot came from a scratch-off game, and officials confirmed the ticket’s validity and the claim process. The win marks one of the larger payouts in recent months for the state’s lottery program.