Howard, Zak and Scott vie for the night's big story, not knowing if it will be a bus fire, a drowning or a high-speed chase through LA.

While Austin copes with the aftermath of a nerve-wracking car wreck, Scott bristles at the competition and Zak strikes a deal.

As rain leads to drama on the freeways, Austin considers a big change and Scott gets the rare opportunity to do a story with a happy ending.

Zak's decision rubs Scott the wrong way. Howard tries to break a bad streak by hustling for a story. Scott drops a bombshell on Todd.

Victor breaks a cardinal rule. Scott gets into it with some cops at a crime scene. Zak makes Howard a life-changing offer.

After defusing a tense situation, Howard comes across a bear of a story. Zak mourns the loss of a fellow stringer. Austin makes a decision.

In hopes of clearing the air, Howard organizes a late-night meeting with Scott and Zak. But the trio's bitter history stands in the way.