Slain warrior

"Ruben Salazar: Man in the Middle" takes an in-depth look at the Los Angeles Times reporter who was a champion for Latino rights until he was mysteriously killed in 1970 by a law enforcement officer. Colleagues and family members are among those interviewed for the documentary. 8 p.m. TPT, Ch. 2

I'll be there for you

A great season for women in comedy continues with "Playing House," a new sitcom about best friends who band together when one of them learns she's pregnant. Stars Jessica St. Clair and Lennon Parham are veterans of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater, just like the stars of the woefully underrated "Broad City." 9 p.m. USA

Life is a carnival

Impress your friends the next time you hit the arcade by picking up tips on how to master Skee-Ball, air hockey and Pop-A-Shot on "Game On, America," a new series dedicated to good ol' mindless fun. 9 p.m. Travel

Neal Justin