Lincoln Heights

Racial tension in the neighborhood comes to a boiling point when a fight breaks out at the high school.

Cassie thinks she's ready to take the next step in her relationship with Charles. In addition, a neighborhood coffee shop run by the NBA's Baron Davis draws her attention. Lizzie deals with a death of a loved one and Tay learns how to attract the opposite sex. Meanwhile, Eddie's convalescence continues at home, where he sets some new ground rules.

The kids throw a party at the Sutton home while Eddie and Jenn are in San Diego visiting Eddie's dad.

Eddie's enthusiasm about returning to work is tempered by a visit from Jenn's parents, who arrive with the surprising news that their marriage may be over. Meanwhile, Cassie's friendship with a coworker at the coffee shop makes Charles jealous.

Cassie's preoccupation with her artistic side is beginning to make Charles feel like an outsider in their relationship. Eddie and Lund try to keep peace in the neighborhood after another shooting escalates the tension between gangs and the police.

Eddie mulls a promotion that would take him off his beat, and Jenn has a health scare at the clinic. Meanwhile, Cassie is crushed when Charles breaks up with her, but she gets a lift when Luc secures her a showing in an art gallery. Lizzie tries to help Johnny reconcile with his mother, but fails. Charles fights with his stepdad.

Eddie's father Spencer comes to stay with the Suttons for awhile, but old memories come flooding back when he thinks he's found his wife's killer from twenty years ago.

Spencer's decision to seek revenge on the man who killed his wife creates a dilemma for Eddie. A talent show at the coffee shop presents a platform for the rivalry between Cassie and Sage. Jenn organizes a support group for families affected by gang violence.

Eddie is under extreme pressure when he is called to testify against fellow officer Powell. Charles and Sage decide to leave town together.

Cassie is shaken by the news of a car accident that left Charles seriously injured. Meanwhile, Eddie must shield Tay from a local gang member who threatened him.