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Kittitas County Coroner

Short and full term

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Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The coroner investigates sudden, unexpected and violent deaths and determines their cause.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Public safety

  • Cori McKeanPrefers Republican Party

    • Supports strengthening community partnerships of the coroner's office.

  • Charlie DivineStates No Party Preference

    • Supports close work with law enforcement and first responders.

Health & human services

  • Cori McKeanPrefers Republican Party

    • Pledges support for families and transparency in the office.

  • Charlie DivineStates No Party Preference

    • Proposes modernizing investigations and rebuilding team culture.
    • Supports updated training, equipment and procedures for the office.

Government & transparency

  • Cori McKeanPrefers Republican Party

    No documented position found.

  • Charlie DivineStates No Party Preference

    • Pledges clear public communication and accountability.

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