Akili Lewis Remembered With Love | Sacramento News

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

A vibrant, loving father and artist is gone too soon—Akili Lewis, 46, was fatally stabbed near the Yuba River in Marysville, with investigators pointing to a hate-motivated attack amid racial slurs. His killer, Jesse Stewart, 48, has been arrested, and a knife was recovered from the scene. Akili’s family remembers him for his boundless energy, love of cars and animals, and generous spirit—qualities they hope will outlive the tragedy. As they grapple with the senseless violence and its possible racial roots, they’ve launched a fundraiser to honor his life and keep his memory alive. Listen in…