MasterChef (8pm, Fox) - The Top 16 chefs cook steak dinners for firefighters, and the losing team must them face a pressure test. Later, the bottom four contestants create burger dishes in Las Vegas.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the Season 5 premiere, Hank gets back to work after recovering from surgery and treats a woman whose fund-raising efforts may be harming her health. Elsewhere, a potential new client catches Evan off guard and Divya receives surprising news.

Spike Guys Choice 2013 (9pm, Spike) - The seventh annual awards ceremony honoring stars and productions preferred by dudes. Scheduled appearances from Ben Affleck, Mark Wahlberg, Jeff Bridges, Seth MacFarlane, and Vin Diesel.

Ghost Hunters (9pm, Syfy) - The team travel to Louisiana to investigate the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, a National Historic Landmark where famous singers like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash performed.

How to Live With Your Parents For the Rest of Your Life (9:30pm, ABC) - Max helps Polly learn how to follow through on things.

Locked Up Abroad (10pm, National Geographic Channel) - A profile of former drug smuggler Howard Marks.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - After getting fired from the Hawks last season, Dani goes to work for a new company in the Season 3 premiere, and John Stamos is her boss. Also, TK tries to adjust to a tough new coach.

Survivor: Philippines (8:30pm, CBS) - The finalists are questioned by the jury members, who then vote for the winner. The winner is revealed in live episode at 10:30.

Bob's Burgers (8:30pm, Fox) - When Bob inherits a storage unit around Christmas, visions of riches dance in the heads of the family, but what they find inside is a squatter who claims he once worked as a mannequin. In the spirit of the season, they invite the man to live in the restaurant, where he displays a knack for holiday decorating. Zach Galifianakis lends voice to Chet, the storage squatter.

Dexter (9pm, Showtime) - In the Season 7 finale, LaGuerta (Lauren Vélez, right) is on the verge of exposing Dexter (Michael C. Hall, right) and his killer ways, while he does his best to cover for himself and Debra, and maintain the life he's created.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In a special 2-hour episode, preparations for Evan and Paige's wedding hit several snags when a blizzard is forecast, and the bachelor and bachelorette parties both end up in Las Vegas.

VH1 Divas 2012 (9pm, VH1) - Adam Lambert hosts this special, which includes tributes to Whitney Houston and Donna Summer, and features performances by Ciara, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Kelly Rowland and b.
 
The Bachelorette: Ashley and J.P.'s Wedding (9pm, ABC) - Chris Harrison officiates the wedding of 2011 "Bachelorette" Ashley Hebert and her fiance J.P. Rosenbaum.

Homeland (10pm, Showtime) - In the Season 2 finale, Carrie is faced with a pivotal decision, while Brody meets with Faber to contemplate the future of the family. Meanwhile, Saul undertakes a secret assignment, and Quinn has a decision to make that may prove to be a game-changer.

Survivor: Philippines (8pm, CBS) - The 25th season begins with 18 castaways being stranded on the Caramoan Islands and being divided into three tribes. Included in the mix are three former players who were medically evacuated from previous games, as well as "Facts of Life" star Lisa Whelchel and a Winston-Salem cosmetologist (Dana Lambert, right). (More on this season's players.)

The X-Factor (8pm, Fox) - I'm hearing good things about Britney Spears as judge on "The X-Factor!" See for yourself tonight as auditions continue.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the Season 4 finale, Hank comes to some conclusions about his life while treating a volleyball player with odd symptoms. Elsewhere, Divya's fling with Rafa yields unexpected results.

Big Brother (9:30pm, CBS) - The jury questions the finalists and votes for the winner.

Paranormal Witness (10pm, Syfy) - A family learn that their new Connecticut home was once a funeral parlor. That could explain the strange incidents that occur there.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs instruct a mystery guest to make a dish in the season's penultimate episode. Later, they mentor culinary students.

The X-Factor (8pm, Fox) - Season 2 begins with new judges Britney Spears and Demi Lovato joining Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid for an evening of auditions.

Ghost Hunters (9pm, Syfy) - The TAPS crew investigate a camp in Georgia and a haunted home in Marion, N.C.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Boris calls on Hank again to travel the globe to help Dmitry. Meanwhile, Hank and Harper grow closer and Paige continues to navigate the fallout from the revelation of a family secret.

Guys with Kids (10pm, NBC) - A new comedy about three dads in their thirties opens with Chris needing to find a babysitter so he can attend a basketball game without his ex-wife finding out.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs participate in an underground dining event by creating an epic picnic-style meal.

Family Guns (10pm, National Geographic Channel) - A new reality series documenting the daily life at New Jersey's International Military Antiques, a family-run supplier of military collectibles. In tonight's opener, IMA manager clashes with his father over what to do with their most valuable pieces. Elsewhere, staffers risk their jobs by making unauthorized purchases of two rare, mint-conditioned World War II sniper rifles.

Republican National Convention - Primetime convention coverage on broadcast networks begins at 10 p.m. tonight. If you want wall-to-wall coverage, your best bet is to head online or to cable. Tonight's highlights include speeches from vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty and former Florida governor Jeb Bush. Here's much more information about RNC viewing.

So You Think You Can Dance (8pm, Fox) - The Top 8 dancers perform with all-stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Jesse Tyler Ferguson ("Modern Family") is the guest judge.

Haunted Collector (9pm, Syfy) - In the second season finale, the team investigates claims of paranormal occurrences in Hawaii, including the Iao Theater in Maui.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - A pop star needs treatment while visiting the Hamptons to gear up for her latest tour. Elsewhere, Paige prepares to leave for school and Divya falls for a worldly polo player.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Disaster looms for T.K. and the team in tonight's summer finale. Michael Imperioli (left) guest stars.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs create dishes using aphrodisiac ingredients. Later, they launch their own Thai restaurant and revamp classic Thai meals. Burlesque performer Dita Von Teese is the guest judge.

Paranormal Witness (10pm, Syfy) - The origins of a Dybbuk Box, which is said to contain an evil spirit, is investigated by its owner after it supposedly created havocs in the lives of two previous owners. A movie based on this story, starring Kyra Sedgwick and Jeffrey Dean Morgan opens in theaters Friday. 

2012 Summer Olympics (NBC) - You can check to see when and where games are playing on the NBC Olympics schedule page. Highlights today include beach volleyball, gymnastics, synchronized diving and swimming. More tips on watching the Olympic games.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - A J.R. episode! John Ross finds out that blood and oil don't mix, and he has to choose between family and business. Meanwhile, both Sue Ellen and Rebecca are in danger of falling victim to powerful men, and a medical scare strikes the Ewings.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Hank treats a veterinarian going through a divorce, while Evan and Paige help a friend cope with a loss. Elsewhere, Boris hosts a clandestine summit, where a visitor falls ill.

Final Witness (10pm, ABC) - The true crime show focuses on a mother's tireless digging into the murder of her son, whose decomposed body was found in an Ohio cornfield.

School Spirits (10pm, Syfy) - A fraternity house at Pennsylvania's Slippery Rock University becomes the setting of a ghost story. I'm keeping tabs on this show until they have a story about a ghost in N.C. State's Bagwell Hall.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Rebecca discloses a deep secret to Elena, while a pressured John Ross hatches a feud between family members. Also, suspicions rise when a family associate is murdered.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Hank tends to a country-club manager with a memory problem. Elsewhere, Evan lands a business deal with help from Paige and Boris offers Hank an enticing job.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Amy Sedaris (left) guest stars tonight as Dr. Jane Crosetti, a therapist visited by Dani's daughter, Lindsay. Meanwhile, Dani (Callie Thorne) treats a Hawks linebacker, Jeanette returns to town, and T.K. causes mischief as he puts pressure on Damon.

School Spirits (10pm, Syfy) - Virginia's Sweet Briar College becomes the setting for a ghost story featuring a spectral girl.

The Soul Man (10pm, TV Land) - Barton draws up a will after attending a funeral, but his sons may not be pleased with his bequests. Also, Boyce gts a visit from an old girlfriend who is looking for more than spiritual guidance.

The Franchise (10pm, Showtime) - The new season of this Showtime reality series follows the Miami Marlins, who reportedly gave more access to filmmakers than did last year's San Francisco Giants. It's a candid look at the club, foul language and all.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - John Ross resorts to blackmail to gain leverage on a family member, but J.R. deals with the development in his own inimitable style. Meanwhile, Christopher tries to choose between two women.

Hollywood Exes (9pm, VH1) - The ex-wives of Eddie Murphy, Jose Canseco, Will Smith, Prince and R. Kelly debut their own "real housewives" type series.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Evan meets a bright scientist with a  mysterious history and Hank tends to a young pair who are planning an unusual fundraiser. Also, Eddie returns to the Hamptons to repair the rift between his sons.

Final Witness (10pm, ABC) - A new true-crime series in which real murder cases are reenacted and told from the victim's point of view. The first story spotlights the 2008 slayings of three members of the Caffey family of East Texas, and is told from the "imagined vantage point" of the slain mother. The production value is higher than most true-crime shows, but it's a bit eerie to hear a murder narrated by the "voice" of one of the victims. The story is helped along by comments from survivors, witnesses, detectives and attorneys. If you experience deja-vu while watching, it's because this first episode -- "The Kids Aren't Alright" -- originally aired as a backdoor pilot in 2010.

School Spirits (10pm, Syfy) - A former student's spooky experiences in a dorm room at the State University of New York are recalled.

The Real World: St. Thomas (10pm, MTV) - Season 27 (I'm old!) features seven strangers on the island of St. Thomas. It doesn't take long for one roommate to feel left out as he falls for a girl who is already falling for someone else. MTV had a casting call in Raleigh for this show, but no locals are in the cast.

Around the World in 80 Plates (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs face Alvin "The Demon Chef" Leung, known for his innovative culinary creations.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Cue the music! TNT launches a continuation of the iconic 1978-91 drama series, crossing generations of Ewings as they battle for power, love and oil at the Southfork ranch. In tonight's premiere, family members gather for a wedding, but simmering rivalries surface due to secret oil drilling. J.R., Bobby and Sue Ellen are all here, as Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy and Linda Gray reprise their respective roles from the original show. A second episode airs at 10:15 so make sure your DVR gets them both! Adrienne has a review.

Thorne (9pm, Encore) - Detective Inspector Tom Thorne (David Morrissey) finds himself on the hunt for two serial killers who appear to be working together. Sandra Oh stars as a tough detective dealing with a drug problem.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Jill's nephew acts out at summer camp, and Hank suspects there's more to his behavior than meets the eye. Elsewhere, Evan sees a potential client in a lonely young heiress.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Dani helps a roller-derby star get to the bottom of her collapse. Elsewhere, Ray Jay navigates relationship woes and T.K. must prove he can run or risk losing his bonus.

Around the World in 80 Plates (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs head to Bologna, Italy, where they prepare tortellini. Drama unfolds when simmering anger between two cooks heats to a high boil. Paul Bartolotta is the local food expert.

CMT Music Awards (8pm, CMT) - Garner's Scotty McCreery is scheduled to perform at tonight's awards show, along with his fellow "Idol" pals Lauren Alaina and Casey James. Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Zac Brown Band and Little Big Town will also perform. Catch Red Carpet arrivals at 7.

Dogs in the City (8pm, CBS) - Justin works with a pampered bulldog, a retiring K-9 police dog, and a pooch that constantly barks.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the Season 4 premiere, Hank and Divya treat food-festival patrons, including a competitive eater and Jill's brother, an amateur competitor. Meanwhile, Evan prepares to run his own business.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Season 2 begins with Dani and the Hawks kicking off pre-season preparations and quickly running into trouble. Also, Dani and Matt's secret relationship heats up.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - In the third season finale, Joy and Victoria want to know the secret behind Melanie's hairdo, which creates tension between the ladies and rival stylists at Elka's favorite salon. Regis Philbin guest stars as Elka's longtime hairdresser, whom Elka had presumed to be gay. David Spade also makes an appearance on tonight's finale.