A newly promoted Willona tries to choose between marriage and her job.
Mary takes a stand against the deadly drug, crack, when she discovers that a wealthy and generous new friend of Calvin and Brenda is selling the drug.
Mother and daughter Nikki and Kim Parker both attend Santa Monica College. Nikki got pregnant with Kim and dropped out of school but now, just as Kim is getting ready for college, Nikki decides it's her turn to finish getting her education.
Captain Frank Furillo of the Hill Street police station has his hands full handling his ex-wife, an explosive hostage standoff, and a shooting that involves two of his best cops.
Abby's thesis gets an offer, but Tom's isn't accepted.
