Chasing Life

An aspiring journalist working at a Boston newspaper receives life-changing news following a hospital visit.

April hides the news of her cancer and prospective treatment as she works on a profile piece about a gubernatorial candidate; Sara learns the truth about Brenna's "extracurricular" activities.

April has second thoughts about her relationship with Dominic after learning of his reputation as the office playboy; April finds a confidant during an assignment; Sara introduces her new boyfriend to the family.

April becomes overwhelmed as she tries to balance home and career responsibilities; Leo has suspicions about April's motives; Brenna forms a surprising bond with a popular girl at school.

Dominic and April share family secrets following an unnerving visit to a psychic; George gives April an official diagnosis; Sara's worries about April's health lead to a confrontation.

April agrees to some recklessness with Leo after he challenges her to take control of her future; Brenna's uncertain relationship with Kiernan causes tension with Greer.

April learns about fertility options prior to starting chemotherapy, and seeks advice from her support group about breaking the news; George tries to help Sara cope.

April blows off work to spend time with members of her support group; a school trip to Miami offers Brenna the opportunity to meet Natalie.

April tries to keep her busy life under control as she prepares to check into the hospital for aggressive chemotherapy; Brenna attempts to balance time with both Kieran and Greer.

April's resolve to battle her situation wanes as her chemotherapy treatments begin to take a toll; Dominic returns to find that April has changed.

April's grandparents stir up trouble during their visit; the Carvers have an early Christmas celebration; April receives a special makeover from Beth.

April faces the aftermath of Leo's surgery; a new boss intends to shake things up at the paper; Sara reaches out to Natalie's mother; Brenna eagerly awaits Greer's return to school.

Natalie has second thoughts about donating bone marrow for April; April takes on a soft news assignment in an attempt to regain her boss's trust; Beth finds herself in an awkward position with Dominic.

April tries to make a new start with Leo; Dominic and April spend an awkward evening together covering the same news event; George and Natalie share unexpected news with the Carvers.

April decides to cut loose at Beth's house party; Brenna teams up with an old friend to take down a common enemy at school; Leo's new job is more challenging than he expected.

April must make a tough decision when she breaks a story involving a baseball player; Leo grows uncomfortable living in the shadow of his wealthy family; Brenna is intrigued by Greer's change in behavior.

April is forced to defend herself when her controversial article becomes national news; Beth recruits Brenna and Greer for a fashion show; Sara suspects that Emma is hiding something.

April fears the worst following a recurrence of her cancer symptoms; Brenna feels pressured by Sara's expectations regarding her academic future; Beth's busy work schedule impacts her personal life.

Tension arises when Beth and April discuss the shortcomings of each other's boyfriends; Dominic and Natalie share a sentimental connection; Sara learns shocking information about her latest fling.

April rethinks her priorities when the newspaper's new editor-in-chief pressures her to put her career first; Sara tries to reach out to Natalie and George; Dominic and Natalie decide to tell April about their secretive relationship.

April fights to stay strong after receiving unwelcome news; sweeping changes at the newspaper put April's job in jeopardy; Brenna learns she is a bone marrow match for an unknown patient.