When his daughter Jennifer is recruited by a street gang, retired vigilante Jefferson Pierce is urged to once again become Black Lightning.

The community suspect that Black Lightning has returned. Jefferson struggles with his decision while Gambi urges him to return to life as Black Lightning.

Jefferson wonders if the community could survive without Black Lightning's help. Anissa finds her own strength, and Jennifer has a revelation for her parents.

Black Lightning is recruited to rally against the 100 gang; Anissa investigates a new drug hitting the streets, and familiar faces begin to reappear.

A suit upgrade provides Jefferson with new powers, but takes a toll on his body. Anissa investigates the exposé her grandfather was writing when he died.

Jefferson hunts for his father's killer as Anissa rights a wrong in the aftermath of a failed protest. Jennifer faces up to some difficult decisions, while Gambi implores Lynn to help.