30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Tracy portrays Jack as a villain in a new movie, causing friction between the two. Also, Liz undergoes foot surgery, and Jenna tries to protect Kenneth from Hazel's sly machinations.

Crossfire Hurricane (9pm, HBO) - A history of the Rolling Stones features archival footage of the British rock band's 1960s performances, interviews with the group's members, and clips of other documentaries about the band, including "Gimme Shelter" (1970) and "Shine a Light" (2008).

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - The crash victims proceed with their lawsuit, which requires them to face their injuries.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Rachel, Kurt, Santana and Cassandra July return as the glee club kicks off its production of "Grease."

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie disapproves of April's plan to turn a lot into a dog park, and Ben gets roped into helping Tom launch his new business venture. Vice President Joe Biden has a cameo.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - A mysterious letter alludes to Huck's sinister past and warns it may be revealed. Meanwhile, Olivia wants Harrison to contain the damage from a coworker's disclosed secret, and Cyrus and Fitz handle the fallout from James' front page story.

Super Storm Sandy (10pm, NGC) - The National Geographic Channel looks at the super-storm that ravaged the Northeast in late October.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a double homicide that is eerily similar to a series of murders that took place 13 years ago. Meanwhile, Watson visits Sherlock's former rehab center to learn more about him.

Park Avenue: Money, Power and the American Dream (2am, UNC-TV) - Set your DVR for this one: an Independent Lens film looking at income disparity in the U.S., comparing 740 Park Avenue in Manhattan, which has the largest concentration of billionaires in the world, to an impoverished area of the South Bronx five miles away.

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Stefan and Klaus form an unusual alliance to deal with the danger that Connor unleashes on the town that includes taking Jeremy, Matt and April hostage. Meanwhile, Shane tries to help Bonnie get past her fear and guilt.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Auditions for the school production of "Grease" begin with Marley, Jake, Kitty and football player Ryder competing for the leading roles. Meanwhile, New Directions alumni Mercedes and Mike return to help cast the show, and Will faces a tough decision.

Burn Notice (9pm, USA) - In the two-hour fall premiere, the gang cook up a hijacking scheme in order to escape from Panama, while Michael (Jeffrey Donovan, far right) tries to skirt a Panamanian drug runner.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie is apprehensive about meeting Ben's divorced parents for the first time. Also, Tom turns to Jean-Ralphio for help pitching his new business venture to Ron.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - A governor seeks revenge after his wife is raped, and then he wants Olivia to do damage control. Then, Cyrus' husband prepares to return to his career as a political journalist, a move that blindsides Cyrus and Fritz.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a plane crash and tries to prove that the disaster was not an accident after he becomes convinced that one of the victims died before the plane went down. Also, Watson tries to get Holmes to meet with his elusive father.

The League (10:30pm, FX) - Kevin runs into NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzgerald at a charity event. Later, the guys attempt to determine who among them is the smartest.

The Next (8pm, CW) - The five finalists compete and a winner is crowned in the first season finale.

Last Resort (8pm, ABC) - Warships close in on the island and Prosser confronts Chaplin about a personal matter.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - The seventh and final season of "30 Rock" opens with the "TGS" gang returning from hiatus, only to be shocked by Jack's awful fall programming lineup. Meanwhile, Jenna asks Liz to be her maid of honor.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - A flashback to the aftermath of the plane crash recounts how the victims dealt with the deadly disaster.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - In what I'm hearing is an exceptionally strong episode of "Glee," Rachel and Kurt get surprise visitors in New York City, and Will and Emma consider the implications of a new job offer.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie helps a local swim team get more practice time by working on a new law that extends the hours at the community pool. Also, Ron finds himself personally filling a pothole for a local woman (Lucy Lawless) as part a new plan to solve citizens' problems.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates the  murder of a young man who was shot upon entering his apartment. Meanwhile, Watson meets her ex-boyfriend for dinner.

Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand-Up Revolution (10pm, Comedy) - The second season begins with performances by comedians Trevor Noah and Dov Davidoff.

Sometimes a movie title resonates in unintentional ways. In the case of "A Mother's Nightmare" (8 tonight, Lifetime) little did I know I would be the mother and watching this film would be my nightmare.

OK, that's melodramatic. But watching this movie evoked that silent scream in me, you know, that rage you feel when something on screen is just too ridiculous or when characters do things too darn stupid to bear.

When we first meet 17-year-old sociopath Vanessa (Jessica Lowndes) she's being thrown out of a funeral for reasons that aren't clear. Next thing we know the orphan is sent to a new town and new foster care family by her social worker.

The new season of "Glee" starts tonight (8pm on Fox). If you're a dedicated Gleek, you need this cool Glee tee.

It's a size Large and I think it's unisex, but it does have the pink and lavendar writing on it, so ... your call. It's navy blue with long sleeves, which is perfect for fall caroling.

Send me an email (bcain@newsobserver.com) by midnight tonight (include your address!) and I'll do a random drawing and get it in the mail to you on Friday.

Good luck!

America's Got Talent (8pm, NBC) - A winner is named in the Season 7 finale. Justin Bieber performs (see the Biebs again at 10 on "Rock Center").

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Season 4 begins with Rachel (Lea Michele) moving to New York City to attend NYADA, where she meets an attractive older student (Dean Geyer, right). Back at McKinley, the glee club seeks new recruits, including Puck's half brother. Kate Hudson guest stars.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The designers create their own fabric for fashions and receive visits from their families.

Extreme Chef (10pm, Food) - The final three chefs battle in the jungles of Thailand for the $50,000 grand prize in the Season 2 finale. They work with elephants and members of a native tribe before climbing hundreds of stairs to create the perfect bite in front of a Buddhist temple.

Rock Center with Brian Williams (10pm, NBC) - Nancy Snyderman examines internet dependency and studies that equate it with drug or alcohol addiction. Also, an interview with pop star Justin Bieber.

Sullivan & Son (10pm, TBS) - In the Season 1 finale, a coworker files and HR complaint against Hank for making "inappropriate comments" (which should have been the name of this series).

Louie (10:30, FX) - In the second of a three-part "Late Show" arc, Louie continues his adventure in California while mulling an offer to host "The Late Show" after Letterman's retirement.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The two finalists perform in part one of the season finale, and last season's winner Scotty McCreery also performs. The winner is revealed tomorrow night.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - It's graduation time (and season finale time) for McKinley High's class of 2012 and the glee kids look back on their time in high school and contemplate their futures. Gloria Estefan guest stars as Santana's mother.

Dancing with the Stars (9pm, ABC) - A winner is announced in the 14th season finale.

The L.A. Complex (9pm, CW) - Nick meets a kindred spirit after an improv class and Connor struggles with keeping up appearances on set.

Frontline: Cell Tower Deaths (10pm, UNC-TV) - Frontline examines the toll taht building and servicing America's cellular infrastructure is taking on cell-tower workers, who are 10 times more likely than average construction workers to die on the job.

Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (10pm, HBO) - Segments include a look at why Korean women dominate the LPGA Tour and another visit with NYC fireman Matt Long, a marathoner and Ironman competitor who overcame a serious bike accident.

Jesse Owens (8pm, UNC-TV) - Andre Braugher narrates a profile of Jesse Owens, the legendary track athlete who upended Adolf Hitler's goal of using the 1936 Berlin Olympics as a showcase for the superiority of Aryan athletes. Insights from Owens' daughters Beverly and Marlene.

Glee (8pm, Fox) - Rachel and Kurt audition for the New York Academy of the Dramatic Arts, and Puck makes a choice concerning his future after he has a meeting with his father.

Cougar Town (8:30pm, ABC) - Jules struggles to accept the fact that Holly, the mother of Grayson's baby, is a part of their lives, and it doesn't help when Travis and the young mom share an attraction. Meanwhile, Andy mulls a mayoral run on a platform involving beach weddings.

L.A. Complex (9pm, CW) - Raquel tries to get a movie rolling and Alicia parties with a D-List actor (a Johnny Drama crossover, maybe??).

Frontline: Money, Power and Wall Street (9pm, UNC-TV) - The conclusion to Frontline's report on the attempts to repair the U.S. economy. The 4-hour report is the result of a collaboration with Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy.

The Voice (9pm, NBC) - The final four singers are unveiled in a results show.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - Nick and Jess run into their exes Caroline and Paul. Also, Schmidt deals with a delicate medical issue and gets  introduced to Cece's grandmother.

Glee (8pm, Fox) - The glee kids pay homage to Whitney Houston by performing her greatest hits.

Cougar Town (8:30pm, ABC) - Jules and Grayson aren't ready to give up financial independence even though their impending marriage will require some sacrifices.

The L.A. Complex (9pm, CW) - A new series set in a Los Angeles apartment-style motel about Hollywood dreamers seeking stardom. Tonight, an aspiring actress moves from Toronto to Los Angeles and finds kindred spirits. Adrienne reviews.

Frontline: Money, Power and Wall Street (9pm, UNC-TV) - This two-hour "Frontline" is part one of a two-part look at the attempt to repair the economy following the 2008 financial meltdown. This report was a collaboration between "Frontline" and Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy. The two-hour conclusion will air on May 1. You can also watch at the PBS website.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - Unwilling to admit her true feelings for Schmidt, Cece encourages him to go on a date with one of her beautiful roommates, and a morose Nick channels all of his energy to his new vegetable garden.

Glee (8pm, Fox) - The glee kids do disco as they salute the 1977 movie "Saturday Night Fever."

Ringer (9pm, CW) - In the Season 1 finale, Bridget realizes she must tell Andrew her real identity. Meanwhile, Bodaway Macawi closes in on Bridget, and Machado is forced off the case.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - Jess babysits Russell's daughter for the weekend and has her first encounter with his ex-wife. Also, a pregnancy scare sends Cece and Schmidt into a panic.

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - The Season 2 finale involves a custody battle for baby Hope due to surprising revelations from a TV tabloid show about Hope's serial-killer mom.

Frontline: The Real CSI (10pm, UNC-TV) - The reliability of forensic science and courtroom presentations of forensic evidence are examined. Included are the Casey Anthony case, the FBI investigation of the Madrid terrorist bombing and capital cases in Mississippi.

Amish Out of Order (10pm, NGC) - A new series focusing on former members of Amish communities as they face the challenges of living in modern society. In the series premiere, ex-Amish brothers Chris and Reuben Yoder help out an Amish friend who wants to leave the sect.