American Idol (8pm, Fox) - It's time for the judges to lock them doors and turn them lights down low -- and finally unveil the Top 24 semifinalists, which will consist of 12 males and 12 females. Will Garner's country-crooning Scotty McCreery (left) be in that group?

Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - Sheldon learns he's not the epicenter of the group and decides to find new friends.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Meredith discovers that her fertility treatments are causing her to lose her visioni, and Mark tells Callie and Arizona that he plans to be an active dad when the baby comes.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the Season 2 finale, Hank tries to get to the root of what's ailing a patient he thinks has been misdiagnosed. Elsewhere, Divya and Raj take dance lessons for their upcoming wedding, but things don't go as planned.

Parks & Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Ron and Leslie head to Indianapolis, where they'll be recognized for their work on the upcoming Harvest Festival. Back in Pawnee, Tom hosts a launch party for a local cologne maker, and Andy and April find ways to have fun without spending money.

30 Rock (10pm, NBC) - Liz hires a new female writer after a blog declares "TGS" misogynistic. Meanwhile, Jack plots his takeover of Kabletown by zeroing in on his main competition -- the CEO's granddaughter.

Archer (10pm, FX) - When members of Woodhouse's WWI Royal Flying Corps squadron (the "Double Deuce") start dying mysteriously, he naturally suspects foul play. So does Archer, who' sin for some multitasking: tracking down the killer while babysitting his  young son Seamus.

Perfect Couples (8:30pm, NBC) - I have decided this new sitcom about three messed up couples is unfairly maligned, so tonight I encourage everyone to give it a shot. It's not perfect (ha), but it has some solid crack-up moments. In this episode, Dave and Julia deal with jealousy after Dave meets a woman while hiking and Julia hits it off with a coworker. Not to be left out, Vance and Amy play games to make each other jealous. Also, Rex has trouble talking to Leigh about their financial troubles.

The First 48 (9pm, A&E) - A Charlotte man is stabbed to death in his car.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - A major storm approaches the Hamptons and Evan goes to extremes in his preparations. Hank encounters a park ranger (Jim Gaffigan) on a dangerous mission to reproduce side effects he once experienced after being struck by lightning.

Parks & Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Tom gets revenge on Ron (who is dating Tom's ex) by going out with Ron's ex-wife Tammy, who is played by Ron's real life wife Megan Mullally. Got it?

30 Rock (10pm, NBC) - Jack and a very pregnant Avery vacation in Canada, but when Avery goes into labor, the two desperately scramble to not give birth to a Canadian. Also, Tracy gets his EGOT but learns it comes with overwhelming demands.

Private Practice (10pm, ABC) - Charlotte's attacker (Nicholas Brendon) arrives at St. Ambrose in critical condition after being injured by his girlfriend.

Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Katherine's past is explored in 1490 Bulgaria, and Damon tries to uncover the real purpose of the mysterious moonstone.

Community (8pm, NBC) - Everyone is a suspect when Annie's favorite pen goes missing, so the group lock themselves in until the thief is found. Jeff heads up the investigation but Abed and Troy (left) aren't as invested in the mystery because they want to go to a nearby puppy parade.

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - Jack manipulates a congressional election to help a candidate (John Slattery, "Mad Men"), thereby leveraging an advantage for the network. Meanwhile, a perfect pair of new jeans gives Liz confidence.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - The surgeons work to save a dying Middle East political figure amid tightened security at the hospital. Also, Alex makes a bad first impression on a new pediatrics attending (Peter MacNicol) and Cristina decides to decorate her new place and throw a housewarming party.

The First 48 (9pm, A&E) - Detectives in the terrifying crime mecca of Charlotte, North Carolina, investigate the murder of a man who was shot behind his girlfriend's house. Charlotte is one of the cities regularly featured in the current season of "The First 48."

Burn Notice (10pm, USA) - In the midseason return, Michael (right) tries to prevent a bombing arranged by a lawyer out for revenge against a local gang. Elsewhere, Michael and Jesse must track down a highly sensitive document that has been stolen.

Community (8pm, NBC) - Shirley consults Abed when she decides to make a religious film, but the two end up clashing after Abed reveals that he plans to make one too.

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - Jack tries to save Liz and Carol's relationship, and Jenna and Kenneth turn to Kelsey Grammer (appearing as himself) for help.

A Night of Too Many Stars (9pm, Comedy Central) - Jon Stewart hosts this fundraiser for autism charities from New York City's Beacon Theater. Performers include Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Lewis Black, Sarah Silverman, Tracy Morgan, John Oliver, and Jim Gaffigan.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - In part one of the two-part season finale, Tim Gunn visits the hometowns of the finalists to check the progress on their collections.

CSI (9pm, CBS) - A dead body is discovered beneath piles of garbage inside the house of a woman who is known for hoarding, and she becomes the prime suspect in the case.

Jersey Shore (10pm, MTV) - The Season 2 finale ends with a huge fight between Pauly D. and J-Woww.

Bones (8pm, Fox) - Brennan makes a deal with a celebrity professor (David Alan Grier) to be her new intern after he inquires about hosting his children's science show from the Jeffersonian. Also, a dismembered corpse is identified as a bounty hunter, and the team find they're not the only ones looking for a fugitive who is wanted for murder.

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - In this episode, performed live, Liz Lemon fumes during show night when the "TGS" gang all forget that it's her 40th birthday. Meanwhile, Tracy concludes that it's hilarious whenever an actor breaks character and laughs, so he does that all night long. And Jack has trouble in his efforts to stop drinking during Avery's pregnancy. The "30 Rock" cast will perform the show live for a second time tonight for the west coast audience.

The Office (9pm, NBC) - Convinced he has herpes, Michael contacts his former girlfriends -- Holly (Amy Ryan), Jan (Melora Hardin), Carol (Nancy Carell), Donna (Amy Pietz), and Helene (Linda Purl). Andy conducts a sex-ed class in the office in a ploy to win over Erin.

The Vanilla Ice Project (9pm, DIY) - A new reality show featuring rapper Vanilla Ice renovating a home in Palm Beach, Florida. A second episode airs at 9:30. Will it be as good at the "Adam Carolla Project" (with the same premise) from a few years ago on TLC.  The review.

Private Practice (10pm, ABC) - Dell's orphaned daughter Betsey (Hailey Sole) arrives, stirring up emotions at the clinic. Also, Pete and Amelia disagree about surgery for a pregnant woman who's experiencing excruciating chronic pain.

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (10pm, Bravo) - Same story, different city. Tonight is the first episode.

Bones (8pm, Fox) - Brennan's whirlwind tutorial in pop culture gets put to the test when she and Booth investigate the remains of a 23-year-old man who was seen carousing the previous night at a Jersey shore nightclub.

Community (8pm, NBC) - Solidly funny every single week. Tonight, the gang rallies around Pierce (Chevy Chase) when his mother dies, and Professor Duncan (John Oliver) takes over Anthropology 101 when Professor Bauer (Betty White) takes a leave of absence.

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - Jack goes before Congress hoping to use his wiles and charms in a debate about NBC's merger with Comcast. I mean, KableTown. When a congresswoman (Queen Latifah) pushes for more diversity in programming, Jack turns to Tracy for ideas. Rob Reiner also guest stars.

The Promise: The Making of Darkness on the Edge of Town (9pm, HBO) - Interviews and archival footage chronicle the creative process, recording sessions, and legal problems that preceded the 1978 release of Bruce Springsteen's fourth album, "Darkness on the Edge of Town." Here's a nice Brian Williams interview with Springsteen about the film and album.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Derek's estranged sister Amelia (Caterina Scorsone) visits, bringing lots of old baggage. Also, the chief notices that Alex hasn't been taking elevators since the shooting and tries to help him.

Real Housewives of DC (9pm, Bravo) - The first season finale centers on Michaele and Tareq Salahi as they attend/crash a White House state dinner. Hmm. Anyone heard anything about that?

Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - For Season 4, "Big Bang Theory" moves to a new night and new time (formerly Monday nights at 9pm) where it goes up against "Community." Yikes (for both shows). Tonight, Sheldon goes on his first date ever and it's with Amy Fowler (Mayim Bialik). Somehow, Penny finds herself accompanying them.

Community (8pm, NBC) - In the Season 2 opener, the group reconvene to study for their anthropology class, which is taught by a kooky professor (Betty White, of course). Meanwhile, Senor Chang enrolls at Greendale in hopes of joining the study group.

Bones (8pm, Fox) - Season 6 begins seven months after last season's finale when the Jeffersonian team disbanded. They are called by to Washington when a case involving a case involving the body of an unidentified young boy could cost Cam her job.

My Generation (8pm, ABC) - A contrived new series from ABC in which a film crew revisits a group of high school students in Texas who were the subjects of a documentary style reality show ten years earlier. I urge you not to waste your time.

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - Season 5 has Jack interfering with Liz's blooming romance with Carol (Matt Damon) in an effort to help her finally win a man's heart, and Tracy copes with Kenneth's termination as NBC page.

$#*! My Dad Says (8:30, CBS) - This new show (pronounced "Bleep My Dad Says") is based on a popular Twitter feed chronicling the outrageous observations of one guy's dad. It's a flimsy premise, even if it does star William Shatner. Check out our review.

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I don't see how it's going to help him get his EGOT, but Tracy Morgan (aka Tracy Jordan from NBC's Emmy award-winning "30 Rock") is coming to Raleigh to do a four-day stand-up gig in September.

Morgan, who also starred on "Saturday Night Live," will perform at Goodnight's Comedy Club on Morgan Street, practicing material for an upcoming HBO special.

Another SNL alum appearing at Goodnight's soon is Kevin Nealon, who currently plays a stoner accountant on Showtime's "Weeds."

Nealon appears August 27-28 and Morgan appears September 2-5. Get more information at the Goodnight site.

Bones (8pm, Fox) - In the fifth season finale, the death of a hoarder has the team sifting through the man's many possessions looking for clues. Angela gets a visit from her father, ZZ Top guitarist Billy F. Gibbons (left, as himself).

Community (8pm, NBC) - The Season 1 finale has Britta and Professor Slater vying for Jeff's affection. Also, when Abed doesn't ask Troy to be his roommate, Troy is left pondering their friendship. I'm sure Abed based the decision on some random classic sitcom trope.

Parks & Recreation (8:30pm, NBC) - Leslie wants to hold a children's concert in this Season 2 finale, but the visiting state accountant Adam gets in the way. Rob Lowe guest stars (R.I.P. Robert from "Brothers & Sisters").

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - The hospital is under siege from a gunman in tonight's two-hour season finale. Expect lots of drama and some big news from Meredith.

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This week's issue of New York magazine is about the TV season, and wisely, they decided to feature two of this season's (and other seasons) funniest folks: Betty White and Tracy Morgan.

Betty, as you know, killed recently on "Saturday Night Live" and Tracy is crazy wonderful on "30 Rock" each week.

Check out some behind-the-scenes footage of the photo shoot: