UPDATE: Hogsetts Test Negative For COVID-19, But Will Remain In Quarantine

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Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and his wife, Steph Hogsett, are in quarantine after being exposed to COVID-19.
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Updated Nov. 28 at 12 p.m.

Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and his wife, Steph Hogsett, have both tested negative for COVID-19.

A statement released Saturday by the Mayor's office says the Hogsetts are not exhibiting any symptoms and continue to consult with the Marion County Public Health Department. The couple will remain in quarantine for 14 days, and Mayor Hogsett plans to resume his public schedule when the quarantine peiod ends.

The Hogsetts announced Wednesday, Nov. 25 that they were in quarantine after having had close contact with an individual who later tested positive for COVID-19. They received COVID-19 tests later in the week.

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