Independence Bowl: UNC vs. Missouri (5pm, ESPN2) - Tar Heel post-season football live from Shreveport. It'll be coach Everett Withers' last hoorah in Carolina blue. Tune in!

Being Human (Noon, Syfy) - A marathon of the first season of Syfy's series about a vampire and a werewolf who try to live like humans, and move into a townhouse haunted by the ghost of the landlord's dead fiance. Highly recommended.

Awkward. (5pm, MTV) - A marathon of MTV's excellent sitcom about an ordinary teenager (Ashley Rickards) who is thrust into the spotlight at school after a simple accident leads everyone to believe she attempted suicide. The season follows her through battling with her subsequent "weird girl" image and the ups and downs of high school friendships and romance. It's very well done.

Rudolph's Shiny New Year (8pm, ABC) - Red Skelton narrates this tale about the shiny-nosed reindeer on a special mission for Santa. Frank Gorshin and Morey Amsterdam lend their voices.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - The federal lawsuit against Brenda heats up in the wake of a murder. As Brenda's lawyer (Mark Pellegrino) goes to court for her, she turns to a businessman (Jason George) for help with the murder case.

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - In the Season 2 finale, Jane and Maura investigate a warehouse fire that took the life of a firefighter. A hit-and-run incident soon complicates the case. Billy Burke and Jacqueline Bissett guest star.

Terra Nova (8pm, Fox) - In the Season 1 finale, the 11th Pilgrimage reaches Terra Nova, and the Phoenix Group moves ahead with their plan with help from Lucas and Mira. But Taylor and Jim are united against the Phoenix Group. I'm sad to say that even my deep love for Jason O'Mara (right) couldn't keep me interested in his show for a whole season. Any chance ABC can bring back "Life on Mars"? No?

Who's Still Standing (8pm, NBC) - A new game show in which players battle in trivia matches for the ultimate jackpot of $1 million. A player who answers incorrectly is dropped through a trap door. Just because.

VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul (9pm, VH1) - A tribute to the top cities of soul music, including Detroit, Chicago, Memphis, London and Philadelphia. Performers include Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Anita Baker, and Mavis Staples.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - The team investigates the hit-and-run murder of a girl on a bicycle, and the focus soon shifts to the police commissioner (Mark Moses) and his wife (Elizabeth Perkins).

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - Jane works the stabbing death of a star dancer's mother, while Korsak's stepson is accused of shooting a cop. Lolita Davidovich guest stars.

Fear Factor (8pm, NBC) - In a desperate attempt to recapture the tiniest bit of an era when they weren't perpetually in last place, NBC has resurrected their roach-eating reality show of dares. They've even brought back the original "Fear Factor" host, an inked-up Joe Rogan (right). Two new back-to-back episodes tonight. In the first, contestants must eat five scorpions, get strapped to the front of a cement mixer, and hop onto the back of a truck that is heading toward an explosive collision with a barrier.

I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown (8pm, ABC) - Linus and Lucy's little brother ReRun spends the holidays hanging with Snoopy and his brother Spike. Not the best Peanuts cartoon, but still about a hundred times better than "Fear Factor."

Stephen King's Bag of Bones (9pm, A&E) - The conclusion of the two-part movie about a novelist (Pierce Brosnan) grieving the loss of his wife. The man spends time at a lakeside home where he befriends a widow and her daughter and is visited by the ghost of a blues singer. If you missed the first part last night, it repeats tonight at 7.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - A man is murdered while under FBI surveillance, stirring up friction between the federal agents and the LAPD. Meanwhile, Brenda's parents arrive for the holidays with some surprising news.

Enlightened (9:30pm, HBO) - In the first season finale, Amy finally persuades Levi to seek treatment after a breakdown in the middle of the night. At work, Amy defies Dougie to make a presentation to Damon's group, no matter the outcome, and she finds an unlikely ally to change the environment at Abaddonn.

Rock Center with Brian Williams (10pm, NBC) - Correspondent Chelsea Clinton makes her TV correspondent debut tonight with a profile of the founder of a mentoring program for school children in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Hawaii Five-0 (10pm, CBS) - Teens discover a body in an abandoned World War II bunker, and Chin Ho and Malia get married.

American Country Awards (8pm, Fox) - Trace Adkins and Kristen Chenoweth host this fan-voted awards show in Las Vegas. Performers include Blake Shelton, the Band Perry, and ... you guessed it, Scotty McCreery!

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Robin hears bad news, but hides it from everyone, and Marshall hangs Christmas decorations with a little help from his neighbor.

Charlie Brown Christmas (8pm, ABC) - The 1965 Peanuts classic in which Charlie Brown laments the commercialization of Christmas. Jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi provides the music.

A Sing-Off Christmas (8pm, NBC) - Holiday songs are performed by winning groups from each season, an ensemble of lead singers from Season 3, and special guests.

2 Broke Girls (8:30pm, CBS) - Max and Caroline try to find their horse Chestnut a job so he will have lodging for the winter.

Prep & Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice (8:30pm, CBS) - In a new holiday installment from Prep & Landing, an elf needs help troubleshooting a Christmas crisis after a mischievous kid hacks into Santa's database, so he reaches out to his estranged brother, who works on the coal squad.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - Santa's zip-line arrival into a Christmas village goes very wrong and Brenda's team takes on the holiday case. Fred Willard guest stars.

Neverland (9pm, Syfy) - The conclusion to the two-part miniseries that serves as a prequel to the story of Peter Pan. If you missed last night's first part, it repeats tonight at 7.

The Sing-off (8pm, NBC) - The winner of the $200,000 prize and a recording contract is announced in the third season finale.

Terra Nova (8pm, Fox) - Zoe faces a tough choice concerning the dinosaur she's been caring for.

Bored to Death (9pm, HBO) - In the Season 3 finale, George celebrates Emily and Bernard's wedding, and Ray is comforted by his son, Spencer. Meanwhile, Jonathan considers breaking up with his new girlfriend, but when he's kidnapped, an army of Super Ray fans spring into action.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - The second half of the final season resumes tonight as Brenda and her squad investigate the shooting death of a high school principal whose school is entangled in a scandal.

Enlightened (9:30pm, HBO) - Amy is reported to HR for unsatisfactory performance related to personality clashes in the department, so she appeals to Krista to speak to Damon about finding another position.

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - Also back for the second half of their season, Jane and Maura investigate the shooting of a community activist. Before long, a witness emerges to testify against a notorious gang member and TV host Bill O'Reilly (playing himself) arrives and voices on-air disapproval of the police department.

Bachelor Pad (8pm, ABC) - This three-hour season finale begins in Las Vegas and ends in Los Angeles. The winners get $250,000, but their dignity may be lost forever. One of the finalists (and a favorite to win) is Graham Bunn, a Raleigh native who played basketball for Appalachian State University and who appeared on "The Bachelorette" in 2008. On the show (and in real life, apparently), Graham is romancing Michelle Money (from "The Bachelor," Brad Womack/Emily Maynard season), who admitted earlier this year to having an affair with former Duke star Carlos Boozer while Boozer was married.

Gaga by Gaultier (8pm, CW) - Lady Gaga is interviewed by fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier in Paris. The singer discusses her meteoric rise to fame, her unique relationship with her fans, and her love for art and fashion.

Miss Universe Pageant (9pm, NBC) - Women from around the world compete in swimsuit, evening gown and interview categories. Hosted by Natalie Morales and Andy Cohen from Sao Paulo, Brazil.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - In tonight's summer finale, the team looks for clues in the shooting death of a deputy sheriff, and Brenda's civil case comes to a head when the judge must make a crucial decision. The series returns with five final episodes in November.

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - Maura and Jane investigate when a young man is killed in a jail bathroom just as he was about to be released from prison. Sinister serial killer Charles Hoyt (the bad guy from the show's pilot) claims to have inside knowledge about the slaying.

Extreme Couponing (10pm, TLC) - A Detroit couponer who's trying to save money to move her family out of a dangerous neighborhood. Also, a Connecticut woman uses couponing to help her family and friends. Also, do not steal coupons.

9/11: The Day That Changed the World (8pm, Smithsonian Channel) - A two-hour special telling the inside story from the people in charge of protecting the nation on 9/11. Exclusive interviews with Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, Rudy Giuliani, Andrew Card, Richard Clarke, and others. Narrated by Martin Sheen. Repeats at 11 tonight and 5 p.m. tomorrow.

When Pop Culture Saved America: A 9/11 Story (8pm, Bio) - An exploration of how celebrities helped in the healing process in the aftermath of September 11 through concerts, telethons, and television specials. Features: Kristin Chenoweth, Dan Rather, Regis Philbin, Ray Romano, and Denis Leary.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - Brenda investigates the puzzling disappearance of a stage father whose daughter's new single is ready for release. Also, new and potentially hopeful developments emerge in Brenda's civil suit.

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (9pm, Bravo) - The much discussed Season 2 premiere will air with a brief introduction featuring the cast discussing the recent suicide of cast member Russell Armstrong. They'll also air suicide prevention messages throughout the episode. Armstrong killed himself in August after taping of Season 2 had ended. He is not featured in tonight's premiere episode, but his wife Taylor is shown discussing their troubled marriage. 

The Glades (10pm, A&E) - In the Season 2 finale, ex-con brothers seize Callie's hospital and take hostages, and Jim and Callie (right) must work together to capture the men and keep everyone safe.

Children of 9/11 (10pm, NBC) - Interviews and home movies help trace the experiences of 11 children whose lives were directly impacted by the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Included: a boy who lost his mother in the Pentagon attack, a boy who was born two days after his father perished in the World Trade Center, and three daughters of a man who bravely battled hijackers onboard United Flight 93.

Death Valley (10:30pm, MTV) - A vampire prostitute is released from the station and teen vigilantes go zombie hunting.

Paradise Lost: Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills (8pm, HBO) - A re-airing of the 1993 documentary that first drew attention to the trial of the three teenagers convicted in the gruesome murders of three little boys in West Memphis, Arkansas. The convicted men were set free earlier this month. The sequel to this documentary airs tomorrow night.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - Brenda reaches out to Capt. Raydor for help in a twist-filled case involving a murder-for-hire scheme, a formidable drug cartel, and allegations of police brutality. Elsewhere, squad members are deposed in regard to the lawsuit against Brenda and the department.

Warehouse 13 (9pm, Syfy) - Stukowski is interrogated by Warehouse agents after they learn she was using artifacts to kill regents, who are the secret protectors of the Warehouse.

CIA Confidential: 9/11 Mastermind (10pm, NGC) - The manhunt for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who eluded the CIA for a decade, is documented. NGC's interview with former President George W. Bush about 9/11 repeats at 8 p.m., just before this one.

Weeds (10pm, Showtime) - Nancy, Andy, and Silas plot revenge against Emma (Michelle Trachtenberg) after she gets the best of them in a business deal.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - Cathy offers to help Lee (Hugh Dancy) put a dent in his bucket list, and Adam accompanies Poppy (Parker Posey) to her high school reunion.

American Ninja Warrior (9pm, NBC) - The Season 3 finale of a show of I've never even heard of. Tonight, the competitors go to Japan, where they face obstacles on Mt. Midoriyama.

La La's Full Court Life (9pm, VH1) - A new reality show that follows La La Vasquez and her husband, NBA star Carmelo Anthony. Tonight, Kelly Rowland visits La La in Denver, and the ladies challenge Carmelo and his teammates to a bowling match.

The Lying Game (9pm, ABC Family) - Emma worries that her fears for Sutton's safety are causing her to slip up with her charade. Meanwhile, Ethan helps her prepare for the father-daughter dance, putting his secret romance with Sutton in jeopardy.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - The team investigates the puzzling death of a fellow officer's daughter. Elsewhere, Capt. Raydor advances in her meticulous auduit of Brenda's unit and begins to sharpen her focus on Det. Sanchez.

The T.O. Show (9:30pm, VH1) - In the third season opener, T.O. faces ACL surgery and Kita rushes to be with him and lend support.

Lizard Lick Towing (9:30pm, TruTV) - The second season begins with Ron and Bobby trying to repo a tricked-out truck from an old enemy, and winds up with them staring down the business end of a flamethrower. Also, a repo in a rough part of town ends badly for Ron, sending him to the ER.

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - Jane and the crew take on the case of an apparent modern-day witch hunt in Salem.

MasterChef (9pm, Fox) - We're down to the final four contestants, and sadly, Ben Starr is not one of them. But I'll keep watching -- and keep sticking pins in my 'do-ragged Christian voodoo doll.

The Lying Game (9pm, ABC Family) - In the series premiere of this drama, identical twins Emma and Sutton (Alexandra Chando) meet for the first time, and foster kid Emma agrees to temporarily assume Sutton's privileged life while Sutton researches their biological mother. When Sutton doesn't return, Emma must decide whether to continue the charade.

Gloria: In Her Own Words (9pm, HBO) - A profile of feminist icon Gloria Steinem, directed by Peter Kunhardt. Read Adrienne's review.

Deadly Sibling Rivalry (9pm, Lifetime) - In this lifetime movie, a disturbed woman (Charisma Carpenter from "Angel") takes over her sister's identity after her sibling falls into a coma following a car accident, but the injured woman's daughter suspects something isn't right with her mysterious new mom.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - Brenda investigates a body found at a home construction site, and also finally considers turning to a lawyer. But the lawyer's pricey retainer fee means Fritz may have to sacrifice certain luxuries.

Teen Wolf (10pm, MTV) - This is going to be GOOD. In tonight's season finale, Scott (Tyler Posey, right) is caught in the middle of a war between werewolves and hunters, and he enlists the help of both his friends and enemies to stop the mysterious killings and win back Allison.

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - A killing at the site of a Revolutionary War reenactment puts Maura on the front lines of the investigation, as she must tap into her considerable knowledge of American history to crack the case. Elsewhere, Maura's mother (Jacqueline Bisset) arrives for an art exhibit. Richard Thomas also guest stars.

Hair Battle Spectacular (10pm, Oxygen) - In the Season 2 opener, 11 hair stylists go head-to-head when celebrity tweets inspire a hair-flair challenge, yet an overly pressed contestant buckles under the pressure. Eva Marcille is the  new host.