Ethan, Lou & Large Dave

The "shop local" message was once about supporting mom-and-pop businesses, but now it's about preserving any physical stores at all before we find ourselves in a post-apocalyptic wasteland of zombie malls. That's why I decided to look for the highest-rated department stores in Connecticut. I wanted to remind people that, for now, there are still brick-and-mortar stores thriving and providing excellent service. Here are the 10 Connecticut department stores with the best reviews according to TripAdvisor.

I'm no expert, but in my opinion, legal sports gambling is similar to unhealthy food, alcohol, and marijuana. The easier we make it for people to access, the more problems it can cause, but that seems to be the world we live in—a world of convenience.

Naugatuck and Waterbury are on the brink of a major transformation.

First impression? Damn! They're excellent. Very light, yet crispy breading, superior quality chicken meat, light seasoning, great aftertaste.

Are people actually happier if they move to a warmer, seaside climate? Are New Jersey residents a little more patient than Virginians? WalletHub.com wanted to find out

We had the opportunity to speak with the comedy veteran ahead of his upcoming performance in the Nutmeg State. Spears expressed his admiration for his Mad TV cast members and shared that his experiences on the comedy circuit have thoroughly prepared him for the challenges of the industry.

Some of you might find this question amusing, but I believe it's important to ask and present it for discussion: Which state offers a better experience for sports enthusiasts, Connecticut or New York?