Some states have historically been luckier than others when it comes to big Powerball payouts, and some seem to have no luck ...

17 states have yet to have a jackpot winner, as well as District of Columbia and U.S. Virgin Islands. Five states do not participate in the Mega Millions: Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada and Utah.

In Michigan, some lottery winners can remain anonymous while others must go public. Here's a look at what the law says in the state.