Tube Notes

By Mike Hughes
Gannett News Service

Tonight's Must-See

"The West Wing," 8 p.m., NBC. The president hasn't slept in the five days since the Iowa primary. Now he gets help, and a frank assessment, from the psychiatrist (played by Adam Arkin) who helped Josh after the shooting. Meanwhile, C.J. tries to free a reporter held hostage in the Congo. And Ainsley (Emily Procter), the young Republican, is back. She's analyzing a proposal to have the United States pay its back dues to the United Nations.

Of Note

"Ed," 7 p.m., NBC. When a member of Ed's old rock band dies, Ed wants a reunion concert. That includes Andy Richter as one of the bandmates. Meanwhile, Phil hopes to get his high school equivalency degree without opening a book.

"My Wife and Kids," 7 p.m., ABC. Here's an hourlong episode that has the family going to a restaurant — despite the resistance of Michael, who wants to watch a game on TV.

"American Family," 8 p.m., PBS. Nina, the young lawyer, tries to reunite a deported woman with her American-born child.

"Bernie Mac," 8 p.m., Fox. Despite his sickliness, Jordan is determined to be a football hero.

"The Queen's Story," 9 p.m., PBS. It was 50 years ago today that a 25-year-old Queen Elizabeth took the throne. This documentary portrays her, Charles, Diana and their relationships.

"Diagnosis Murder: Town Without Pity," 8 p.m., CBS. The Van Dyke clan gathered for this mystery movie. As usual, Dick Van Dyke plays Dr. Mark Sloan and Barry Van Dyke (Dick's son) plays his son, the cop. This time, Stacy Van Dyke (Dick's daughter), plays Mark's oft-flirty daughter. She disappears in a spooky little town where Carey Van Dyke (Dick's grandson) plays an inept crook.

"Law & Order," 9 p.m., NBC. This series can't resist jumping on a familiar news story. This time, a young woman disappears, after working as an aide to a politician.