A relevant, timely and distinctive coming-of-age story following a half dozen interrelated characters in the South Side of Chicago. The story centers on Brandon, an ambitious and confident young man who dreams about opening a restaurant of his own someday, but is conflicted between the promise of a new life and his responsibility to his mother and teenage brother back in the South Side.
Air date: 2023-08-06
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Emmett’s new venture yields big results for his bottom line but strains his personal life. Kiesha and Jake chart exciting new career paths. Victor awaits the election results. Kevin’s freedom comes at a cost. Papa falls for an older woman, while Jada advises her single friends. Douda makes a deal.
Air date: 2023-08-13
Runtime: 56 min
Overview: Emmett and Kiesha take a big leap while Shaad launches a new business with Deja’s help. Jamal returns to town on a mission. Papa struggles with his faith and Pastor Stanley’s interfering. Rob and Tiff make a potentially life-altering connection.
Air date: 2023-08-20
Runtime: 51 min
Overview: Emmett contends with an unexpected gift. Victor surprises Fatima. Lynae starts to doubt Bakari’s intentions. Papa defends Kenya. Darnell issues a warning, while Rob looks for clues.
Air date: 2023-08-27
Runtime: 56 min
Overview: A welcome new development in Douda’s life is complicated by some ominous news from Roselyn. The strains of their busy lives wear on Emmett and Kiesha. Tiff and Rob make strides with their business. Papa introduces Kenya to the crew, while Maisha questions Jemma’s dedication. The men of The Chi turn to each other for support.
Air date: 2023-09-03
Runtime: 59 min
Overview: Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari. Shaad makes a potentially life-altering decision.
Air date: 2023-09-10
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley’s patience. Dre’s actions spark doubt in Nina. Kevin celebrates a major achievement.
Air date: 2023-09-17
Runtime: 53 min
Overview: The community reels at a loss. Jake’s sage advice to Victor provides clarity. A past memory sparks a breakthrough for Kiesha. Bakari confronts Nuck. Nina makes a startling confession.
Air date: 2023-09-24
Runtime: 56 min
Overview: The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.
Air date: 2024-05-12
Runtime: 51 min
Overview: Victor and Emmett each deal with the consequences of their taking on Douda.
Air date: 2024-05-19
Runtime: 50 min
Overview: Victor learns the value of compromise. Shaad makes an unlikely connection.
Air date: 2024-05-26
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Emmett and Darnell's father-son time is interrupted by a revelation.
Air date: 2024-06-02
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Emmett looks to a new partnership as a solution to all his problems.
Air date: 2024-06-09
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Douda's birthday sparks emotions. Emmett and Kiesha confront new problems.
Air date: 2024-06-16
Runtime: 46 min
Overview: Jake does his best to distract a restless Victor. Alicia issues a warning.
Air date: 2024-06-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Emmett struggles with his new normal. Roselyn stresses over her own safety.
Air date: 2024-06-30
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate.
