The Gifford Fire rages to more than 82,000 acres of destruction. The photos from the frontlines show how intense the ...

The Gifford Fire east of Santa Maria exploded overnight Friday into Saturday, nearly doubling in size and torching rugged ...

The Santa Maria Valley Historical Society Museum provided these photos of saloons, cardrooms and bars that once lined Main Street. “Whiskey Row” once lined the north side of the 100 block of ...

SANTA MARIA, Calif. - For the first time ever, California fire officials have identified the City of Santa Maria as a wildfire hazard area. New hazard maps recently released by the California ...

Santa Maria police say this is their sixth homicide of the year. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or any other crisis you can call the Central Coast Hotline at 800-783-0607.

Champions of Santa Maria barbecue range from President Reagan, left with wife Nancy, to celebrity chef Guy Fieri. (Photos via Getty Images) I’m not the first to be drawn here.